TEMP (RN) Registered Nurse 7pm-7:30am, Rotating Weekends - $65/hr
UHS
Summary
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.
Job description
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.
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 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.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing
- Currently licensed to practice by the Texas State Board of Nursing
- Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications
- CPR certification
- Successful completion of Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation including restraint and seclusion policies within 30 days of employment
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
Benefits
- 16 Week Contract
- 12 hour shifts
- Challenging and rewarding work 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.