Registered Nurse (RN) PRN

Midwest Center for Youth & Families; Kouts (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Center for Youth and Families seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for per-diem/PRN evening shifts on 12-hour schedules. The team emphasizes top-of-license practice, with RNs, LPNs, lead mental health techs, and unit clerks focused on patient safety and high-quality care.

New graduates are welcome to apply, joining a private residential program serving youth. Valparaiso and Kouts, Indiana locations operate under UHS, with a DBT program for youths aged 10–18 and a Patriot Support Program for

Qualifications

• Current Indiana RN License.
• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide RN care on a per-diem/PRN basis with 12-hour evening shifts.
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, and mental health staff to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Education

Indiana RN License

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPR or BLS certification

21+ years old

Job description

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity - Per-diem/PRN, 12-hour shifts, evenings

Our nursing teams feature a top-of-license approach utilizing a reliable cohort of RNs, LPNs, Lead Mental Health Technicians, Unit Clerks and Mental Health Technicians all dedicated to patient safety and quality care.

New graduate RNs are welcome to apply!

Midwest Center for Youth and Families

(a subsidiary of UHS) has been in operation since 1997, serving youth across the country that are in need of psychiatric treatment for variety of mental health issues. The Midwest Center is a respected healthcare provider, fully accredited, 74-bed private, residential treatment facility with locations in Valparaiso and Kouts, IN.

We are dedicated to care of the hearts and minds of our patients with compassion and superior quality behavioral healthcare services through our full-immersion Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program for children and adolescents ages 10 - 18 who struggle with emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges.

The Patriot Support Program at Midwest Center offers specialized treatment designed to address the behavioral health needs and challenges of the children of active-duty military, reserve, and national guard members.

Join us as the leaders providing service excellence to patients, their families and each other!

Website: https://midwest-center.com/

If you would like to learn more about the Registered Nurse (RN) position before applying, please contact Jaci Banks, Human Resources Director, by email at [e-mail]

What do our current nurses value at the Midwest Center for Youth and Families?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a nurse is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. We are proud of robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a nurse with Midwest Center. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At Midwest Center, we are a System of Care, you have a voice.

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.

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Requirements

Qualifications

• Current Indiana RN License
• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Current CPR or BLS certification
• Must be 21 years of age or older

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