Registered Nurse (RN) Temporary - Adult Psych - Night Shift

UHS; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Excellent medical plans

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center in Virginia Beach is seeking a temporary Registered Nurse (RN) for a 3–6 month assignment with a 36-hour workweek and a 13-week commitment, extendable up to 26 weeks. The role offers overtime opportunities and a variety of shifts to maximize your clinical experience and earning potential.

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is a 100-bed acute care inpatient behavioral health facility serving adults with diverse mental health needs.

Qualifications

• Current Virginia nursing license or eligibility
• Minimum 1 year RN experience
• Prior mental health experience preferred
• Current CPR or BLS certification
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as an RN in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• Work a 36-hour week with a 13-week commitment, extendable up to 26 weeks.
• Accept overtime and perform a variety of shifts to maximize experience and earnings.

Skills

RN experience

CPR/BLS certified

Virginia license

Driver's license

Job description

Responsibilities

Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity

This full-time opportunity offers a 36-hour workweek with a 13-week commitment—plus the option to extend up to 26 weeks if it’s a great fit. You’ll also have the chance to pick up overtime and explore a variety of shifts, giving you flexibility while maximizing your experience and earning potential.

3 – 6 MONTH ASSIGNMENT WITH A COMPETITIVE $50/HOUR RATE

GREAT PAY AND VALUABLE EXPERIENCE IN A SHORT-TERM ROLE!

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is a 100-bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility dedicated to serving adults with diverse and complex mental health needs. Our programs provide specialized care for older adults, individuals living with chronic mental illness, and those in need of substance abuse treatment and medical detoxification. Through a combination of evidence-based practices and compassionate, patient-centered care, we support individuals on their path to stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness.

Housed in a modern, state-of-the-art facility, Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center offers an exceptional work environment in the heart of the vibrant Virginia Beach community—just minutes from the ocean. Our location not only enhances the healing experience for patients but also provides staff with the unique opportunity to build a meaningful career in a setting that balances professional growth with coastal living.

Visit the site virtually: vbpcweb.com

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• 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


• Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University


• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!


• Pet Insurance


• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses


• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

What do our current nurses value at Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center & UHS?

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 Registered Nurse (RN) 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 through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. 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 UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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Qualifications

Requirements

• Current license to practice nursing in Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligible to receive or renew)


• RN experience of 1+ year required


• Previous mental health experience strongly preferred


• Current CPR or BLS certification


• Valid driver's license required

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.