Registered Nurse (RN) Per Diem

Summit Oaks Hospital; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Oaks Hospital in New Jersey seeks a per diem Registered Nurse (RN) to support behavioral health patients across shifts. The role emphasizes safety, patient observation, and collaboration with physicians and treatment teams in a private 126-bed acute care setting.

The ideal candidate holds NJ RN licensure, with BSN preferred, and has psychiatric nursing experience or strong medical/surgical background with leadership, plus CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey RN licensure; BSN/BS preferred.
• Minimum of one year in psychiatric nursing, or two years med/surg with leadership.
• Graduate of NLN accredited program preferred.
• ANA Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing certification preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to medical needs of patients under physician guidance.
• Conduct safety checks and apply behavioral management techniques.
• Monitor, report and document patient behaviors and overall wellbeing.
• Administer medications and perform treatments under the treatment team guidance.
• Maintain the core values and mission of Summit Oaks Hospital.

Skills

Leadership

Education

BSN/BS preferred

NLN accredited program preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents, since 1902.Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report, as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

Much more online at: https://summitoakshospital.com/

This is a per diem position with the opportunity to pickup various shifts throughout the day and pick up over time as interested. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to medical needs of patients under the guidance of the physicians.
• Conduct safety checks and implement appropriate behavioral management techniques.
• Monitor, report, and document patient behaviors and overall well being.
• Administer medications and perform treatments as needed under the guidance of treatment team.
• Maintain the core values and mission of Summit Oaks Hospital.

Benefits for our Registered Nurse (RN) include:

• In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (Could earn 20 CEUs)
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock 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 were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 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 all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Requirements:

• Current New Jersey RN licensure; BSN/BS preferred.
• Minimum requirements are one (1) year of psychiatric nursing experience, or two (2) years of medical/surgical experience with proven leadership, strong clinical skills, and high motivation.
• Graduate of NLN accredited program preferred.
• ANA Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certification preferred.
• CPR certification required.

EEO Statement

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