Registered Nurse (Full Time)
UHS
Summary
The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered 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. Cross-functional training may be required to learn skills that will allow the license to work seamlessly throughout the facility.
Job description
Position Summary
The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered 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. Cross-functional training may be required to learn skills that will allow the license to work seamlessly throughout the facility.
Responsibilities
Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses for the Nursing Department. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to join a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you! The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.
Shifts
PM: 3-11:30pm; NOC: 11pm-7:30am
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Associates Degrees accepted, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- At least 6 months experience. Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
- Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing. Valid driver's license preferred.
- Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
- CPR certification, and successful completion of the hospital's designated behavioral and physical management training program including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required prior to assisting in the procedures.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Why is Sierra Vista Hospital a great place to work?
- Dynamic people
- Team-oriented environment
- Opportunity for advancement
- Great training program for new grads!
- Rewarding career opportunities
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
- Associates Degree accepted; Bachelor's Degree preferred
- At least 6 months experience
- Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred
- Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing
- Valid driver's license preferred
- Must pass a medication administration exam
- CPR certification
- Successful completion of behavioral and physical management training program including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Great training program for new grads
- Team-oriented environment
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.