Registered Nurse (RN) |Full-Time

ignoredontpost; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Prescription Drug Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Education Assistance

Job summary

Sierra Vista Hospital, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Nursing Department in Sacramento for a full-time position. This 171-bed behavioral health facility supports patients and families with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals during the 11pm–7:30am shift.

The Staff Nurse coordinates and evaluates patient care with the health team, requires active RN licensure, CPR, and completion of the hospital’s behavioral management training.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; associates accepted, bachelor's preferred.
• At least 6 months experience; psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• RN licensure by State Board of Nursing; CPR certification.
• Medication administration exam and behavioral management training required before procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and evaluate patient care in collaboration with health team members.
• Work across the facility to support comprehensive care and de-escalation when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses for the Nursing Department. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to join a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you!

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.

The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.

Shift

NOC: 11pm-7:30am

Position Summary

The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. Cross-functional training may be required to learn skills that will allow the license to work seamlessly throughout the facility.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. AssociatesDegrees accepted,Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience: At least 6 months experience. Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing. Valid driver's license preferred.

Additional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications. CPR certification, and successful completion of the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training program including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required prior to assisting in the procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Sierra Vista Offers

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Education Assistance
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

Why is Sierra Vista Hospital a great place to work?

• Dynamic people
• Team-oriented environment
• Opportunity for advancement
• Great training program for new grads!
• Rewarding career opportunities

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.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.