RN - PRN

Oak Plains Academy; Oak Plains (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Competitive Compensation

Tuition savings for nursing education

Healthstream CEU catalog

Career development opportunities

Free meals

Opportunity to advance to full-time

Job summary

Oak Plains Academy in Ashland City, TN is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for PRN shifts within a 98-bed residential treatment program. The role includes patient assessment, medication administration, and participation in individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents.

Shifts are 12 hours, with a 4-shift in 28-day rotation including weekend work; daytime or nighttime options may vary. A strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and ongoing education is provided across a supportive

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and TN license or license-eligible.
• Preferred experience with children/adolescents.
• Preferred experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• Must be 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
• MUST complete two weeks of orientation, Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Renders professional nursing care within the treatment program and conducts ongoing patient assessment.
• Administers medications and documents data per facility policy; contributes to individual care plans.
• Maintains safety and serves as a role model to staff and students.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment & documentation

Medication administration

Safety procedures

Education

RN program completed; TN license

Job description

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN)

PRN

Shift requirements must work 4 shifts in a 28-day period with two being weekend shifts.

No specific shifts assigned, may be needed, day or night, 12-hour shifts.

6 am - 6 pm, 6 pm - 6 am, or 10 am - 10 pm

Location: Ashland City, TN

Oak Plains Academy is a comprehensive and highly structured 98-bed residential treatment program offering psychiatric residential treatment services to children and adolescents, struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. Residents receive an individualized treatment plan, geared to meet their personal needs. A professional team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists, nurses, and teachers serve hundreds of children and adolescents annually with the common goal of treating and healing trauma and building resiliency in the residents we serve. Located on 20 acres of rolling hills in a rural setting, about 45 minutes from Nashville, Tennessee, Oak Plains Academy campus features a full-size gymnasium, dining hall, separate academic building, and four dormitories. Our wooded campus provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, hiking, softball and basketball.

Visit us online at: https://oakplainsacademy.com/

What our RNs Value

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. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with Oak Plains Academy. 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.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Renders professional nursing care to patients within the treatment programs. Practices ongoing patient assessment, evaluation and update of patient care through observation of physical and behavioral symptoms and communicates pertinent data to other service areas as needed. Administers medications appropriately and documents all data accurately according to facility policy. Participates in formulation of individual care plans for all patients and implements plan according to facility policy.
• Performs proper HWC techniques, demonstrating knowledge of patient and staff safety. Completes debriefings as indicated.
• Serves as a role model to staff and students in dress and demeanor.

We offer comprehensive benefits for the Registered Nurse (RN) position

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Healthstream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Free Meals
• Opportunity to advance to a full‑time position if available

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

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed (or license eligible) in the State of Tennessee.
• Preferred experience with children/adoloescents
• Preferred experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• MUST COMPLETE TWO WEEKS OF ORIENTATION CLASSES, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8:00 AM TO 4:30 PM

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed (or license eligible) in the State of Tennessee.
• Preferred experience with children/adoloescents
• Preferred experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• MUST COMPLETE TWO WEEKS OF ORIENTATION CLASSES, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8:00 AM TO 4:30 PM

***This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification***

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.