RN - SEASONAL/TEMP

Oak Plains Academy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Plains Academy in Ashland City, TN seeks a Registered Nurse for a seasonal/temporary 4-month assignment. RNs work 3 x 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends to support a pediatric behavioral health program.

The role requires TN RN licensure, a minimum of 1 year in behavioral health with children/adolescents, 21+ years old, and a valid driver's license. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed in Tennessee.
• At least one year of RN experience in behavioral health with children/adolescents or psychiatric inpatient setting.
• 21 years of age and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Renders professional nursing care to patients within the treatment programs and administers medications per policy.
• Performs ongoing patient assessment, evaluating physical and behavioral symptoms and updating care plans.
• Serves as a role model to staff and students in dress and demeanor.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Behavioral Health

Pediatric care

Education

Accredited RN program

Job description

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse - Seasonal/Temporary position 4 months

3 - 12-hour shifts

6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, and 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

ROTATING WEEKENDS MANDATORY

Position Located in 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.

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:

• 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.

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 corporate, 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.

From Fortune, 2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed in the State of Tennessee.
• Must have at least one year experience as RN in Behavioral Health, with children and adolescents or psychiatric inpatient setting
• 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license in good standing

***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.