Psych Nurse Educator (RN)

Universal Health Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differential

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

401(K) with match

Life Insurance

Referral & Sign-On Bonus Options

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a Nurse Educator to lead the development and delivery of new hire orientation and ongoing education for patient-care staff. You will assess training needs, coordinate programs, and ensure compliance with regulatory education requirements across our Oklahoma City facility.

Collaborating with the CNO and leadership, you will create engaging educational experiences, monitor progress, and support staff development in a fast-paced behavioral health environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN licensure in Oklahoma.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum of two years of psychiatric experience with Nursing Education in an in-patient facility.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass drug screen and background check.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, coordinate and present new hire orientation.
• Coordinate ongoing educational programs for patient-care staff.
• Assess staff training needs on an ongoing basis and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor education requirements adherence among employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Physical agility

Computer skills

Empathy

Education

Oklahoma RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Responsibilities

The Nurse Educator, in collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer and leadership team, is responsible for development, implementation, coordination, and presentation of new hire orientation and on-going educational programs for patient-care employees. The Nurse Educator will assess staff training and development needs on an on-going basis and will ensure educational programs meet regulatory standards and monitors employee compliance with education requirements.

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility) Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and residential treatment services for youth ages 5-17, as well as inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services for adults ages 18+. Our treatment programs provide a structured and supportive treatment environment that promotes self-acceptance and helps stabilize patients suffering from acute psychiatric illness. Our multidisciplinary treatment teams consist of psychiatrists, licensed therapists and highly specialized nurses who collaborate to develop and implement effective and compassionate treatment plans for our patients. Cedar Ridge is a behavioral health facility that encompasses a 206-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center on a beautifully wooded campus with a stocked pond, school, gym, outdoor courtyard and playground. Website: www.cedarridgebhs.com

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Shift Differential for applicable shifts
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance
• Referral & Sign-On Bonus Options for Specific Positions
• Career development opportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations!
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More Information is available on our benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Qualifications

• Valid Oklahoma Registered Nurse license and graduate of an accredited nursing program required
• BSN preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of psychiatric experience with Nursing Education in an in-patient facility required, preferably in mental health services
• At least 21 years of age
• Successfully complete a drug test
• Successfully pass a national background check
• Physical agility to manage patients
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong Computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Leadership skills
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior
• Potential for exposure to communicable diseases, blood/body fluids and other hazardous waste

The ideal candidate is dependable, empathetic, compassionate and must be reliable

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.