Registered Nurse (RN) - NIGHTS

MedStar Health; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Registered Nurse providing care to psychiatric patients in a supportive and rewarding environment. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a $3,500 sign-on bonus. If you're dedicated and passionate about helping adolescents, apply now!

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Current status as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to psychiatric patients utilizing nursing processes.
• Document patient care and lead nursing groups.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Management

Medication Administration

Documentation

Therapeutic Environment

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 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.

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $10.77 billion in 2018. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 87,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 327 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is a 118-bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen. The 55,000 square foot facility is situated on approximately 10 acres in the southeast corner of Alabama, less than 20 miles from both Florida and Georgia. In addition to the living units, the facility houses the New Day Academy; a state-supported year-round K-12th grade school with vocational opportunities. The hospital employs approximately 195 staff members.

Position Details

We are currently seeking REGISTERED NURSES for 12-hour shifts (rotating 3-4 days per week). OFFERING $3,500 SIGN-ON BONUS (PAID OUT PER SIGNED AGREEMENT).

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to psychiatric patients (children and adolescents) utilizing established nursing processes. This includes, but is not limited to: documentation, leading nursing groups, following program guidelines, medication administration, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment by intervening with disturbed patients, managing admissions and discharges, and using restraint techniques when necessary.

Benefits

• 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

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• A diploma or associate degree in nursing required.
• Current status as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama.

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 support recruitment, selection, promotion, and compensation regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We value diversity and inclusion among our teammates.

Notice

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