Job Description
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 -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 6, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.
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.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Education : Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Associates Degrees accepted, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience : Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
Licensure : Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing. Valid driver's license preferred.
Additional Requirements : 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
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide.
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