Per Diem Behavioral Health RN — Growth & CEUs

Universal Health Services; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice

Career development across UHS

CEU courses via HealthStream

Competitive compensation & generous PA

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx plans

401(k) with company match and stock

Discounted stock plan

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a per diem Registered Nurse at Summit Oaks Hospital in Summit, NJ. The role involves responding to medical needs under physician guidance, performing safety checks, documenting patient status, and administering treatments as part of the treatment team.

This position is not eligible for benefits and offers flexible shifts. Candidates must hold NJ RN licensure; BSN preferred, CPR is required, with leadership and clinical skills emphasized.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey RN licensure is required.
• BSN preferred; BSc in Nursing acceptable.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to medical needs of patients under physician guidance.
• Conduct safety checks and implement behavioral management techniques.
• Monitor, report, and document patient behaviors and well‑being.
• Administer medications and treatments under treatment team guidance.
• Uphold Summit Oaks Hospital values and mission.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Leadership

Clinical skills

CPR certification

Education

NJ RN licensure

BSN preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services seeks a per diem Registered Nurse at Summit Oaks Hospital in Summit, NJ. The role involves responding to medical needs under physician guidance, performing safety checks, documenting patient status, and administering treatments as part of the treatment team.

This position is not eligible for benefits and offers flexible shifts. Candidates must hold NJ RN licensure; BSN preferred, CPR is required, with leadership and clinical skills emphasized.