Summary

At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We're an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person's care—and we're looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Day & Night Shifts Available

At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We're an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person's care—and we're looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do - Registered Nurse

As a Registered Nurse at Hickory Trail Hospital, you'll be an active clinical leader on the unit. This is a hands-on behavioral health role that calls for sound judgment, strong communication, and the ability to adjust when patient needs change. You'll care for patients experiencing a range of mental health challenges while helping maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment throughout your shift.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years' experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
Licensure: Current license to practice nursing by the Texas State Board of Nursing. (or eligible to receive or renew).
Additional: RN's may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours. New Grads welcome!

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing
Current license to practice nursing by the Texas State Board of Nursing (or eligible to receive or renew)
Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
May be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours

Benefits

Paid time off
Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription drug plans
401(k) with company match
Discounted stock plan
Tuition savings
Career development opportunities

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.