Registered Nurse (RN) Day Shift Full-Time - Behavioral Health

UHS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx Plans

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) is hiring a Floor Registered Nurse for day shift (7am–7:30pm) in a 128-bed psychiatric hospital in north Houston, TX. The RN will implement and evaluate patient care on Adult/Adolescent/Geriatric units and supervise nursing staff as assigned.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program and TX RN license (or compact state). Psychiatric nursing experience is preferred; CPR and de-escalation certifications are expected during orientation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing or a compact state license.
• One-year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications are expected during orientation.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• State and Federal OIG checks will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient admissions process, including nursing assessment.
• Documents ongoing patient assessments/progress clearly and concisely per standards.
• Medication management – administers medications as prescribed.
• Participates as a member of interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Ensures nursing interventions are provided and documented.
• Provides milieu management and unit team leadership.
• Documents in crisis situations and reports unsafe conditions.
• Communicates with patients and families with appropriate health education.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license (TX or compact state)

Nursing degree

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Cypress Creek Hospital is a free-standing 128-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in north Houston, TX, and minutes south of The Woodlands. Cypress Creek Hospital features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Cypress Creek Hospital. We are comprised of a tenured dedicated team of Psychiatrists, Nurses, Social Workers, Mental Health Technicians and Support Staff where delivering compassionate care is our mission.

To learn more about Cypress Creek Hospital visit our website at: www.cypresscreekhospital.com

We currently have opportunities for Floor Registered Nurses – Day Shift – 7am - 7:30pm

Position Summary

The RN is responsible for implementing and evaluating patient care on the Adult/Adolescent/Geriatric units; for providing supervision and guidance for nursing staff members; for assuming responsibilities delegated by the Chief Nursing Officer, Assistant Chief Nursing Officer, or House Supervisor; for personal and professional growth and development. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

• Completes patient admissions process, including nursing assessment.
• Documents ongoing patient assessments/progress clearly and concisely as required by hospital and regulatory agency standards.
• Medication management – administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by a physician.
• Participates as member of interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Ensures nursing interventions.
• Provides milieu management and unit team leadership.
• Provides appropriate nursing intervention/documentation in crisis situations.
• Reports unsafe conditions.
• Provides age-specific communication, limit setting and interventions.
• Provides health education to patients and their families.
• Prepares and adheres to facility patient discharge process.
• Interacts with patients and staff in professional manner, promotes teamwork and demonstrates Service Excellence
• Attends mandatory staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits for Registered Nurses include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Plan

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.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program. Licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas (or licensed in a compact state).
• One-year psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR and hospital de-escalation certifications which can be obtained during orientation.
• Must be able to complete new hire requirements such as a nationwide background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• State and Federal Office of the Inspector General check.

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.