TEMP (RN) Registered Nurse 7pm-7:30am, Rotating Weekends - $65/hr

Universal Health Services; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour shifts

Temporary contract

Job summary

UBH Denton, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Registered Nurse for a 16-week temporary assignment in Denton, TX. The RN will provide care to psychiatric patients, work 7pm-7:30am with rotating weekends, and collaborate with health team members.

Candidates must hold TX RN license, have 3 years in psychiatric settings, complete required trainings within 30 days, and pass a medication administration exam.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; Texas RN license required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility.
• CPR certification and completion of Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days.
• Must pass medication administration exam before administering meds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff deliver care per Standards of Care and Practice.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, state and regulatory standards.
• Maintain infection control, safety and risk management procedures.
• Document patient information and nursing care accurately.

Skills

CPR certification

Verbal de-escalation

Medication administration

Handle with Care training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Graduate from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Responsibilities

UBH of Denton is seeking a dynamic and talented Registered Nurse to work for a TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT (duration is 16 weeks). This position is a NON-BENEFITS POSITION.

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005. Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.

Website: www.ubhdenton.com

Shift: TEMPORARY 7pm-7:30am, Rotating Weekends $65.00 HOUR

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse is a licensed professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all staff members deliver care in accordance with the Standards of Care and Practice.
• Responsibilities for compliance with the Joint Commission, state and regulatory standards and patient rights standards.
• Ensure Infection Control, Safety and Risk Management policies and procedures are consistently implemented
• Documents patient information and nursing care in the provision of nursing services.

What do our current nurses value at UBH of Denton & 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, you have a voice.

Benefit Highlights

• $65.00 an hour - 16 Week Contract
• 12 hour shifts
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

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

Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience: A min.imum of three (3) years experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Texas State Board of Nursing.

Additional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications. CPR certification and successful completion of Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation including restraint and seclusion policies, within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.

NOTE: Candidates employed by any UHS facility within the last 6 months are not eligible.

HOURS / SCHEDULE: This is TEMPORARY 16-WEEK ASSIGNMENT. The first two weeks will be orientation. Then work (3) 12-hour shifts per week for a total of 16 weeks. Weekend Night shift is 7pm - 7:30am.

HOURLY RATE: $65.00 per hour

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.