Registered Nurse - 10 AM - 10 PM

Registered Nurse - Full-Time

Excellent benefits, shift differential rates, 6-week self scheduling, 3 - 12 hour shifts, 10 AM to 10 PM. Position located in Ashland City, TN.

Oak Plains Academy is a comprehensive and highly structured 98-bed residential treatment program offering psychiatric residential treatment services to children and adolescents, struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. Residents receive an individualized treatment plan, geared to meet their personal needs. A professional team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists, nurses, and teachers serve hundreds of children and adolescents annually with the common goal of treating and healing trauma and building resiliency in the residents we serve. Located on 20 acres of rolling hills in a rural setting, about 45 minutes from Nashville, Tennessee, Oak Plains Academy campus features a full-size gymnasium, dining hall, separate academic building, and four dormitories. Our wooded campus provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, hiking, softball and basketball.

What our RNs Value:

• 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.
• We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with Oak Plains Academy.
• 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.
• We offer comprehensive benefits for the Registered Nurse (RN) position, such as: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet Insurance Free Meals

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Renders professional nursing care to patients within the treatment programs.
• Practices ongoing patient assessment, evaluation and update of patient care through observation of physical and behavioral symptoms and communicates pertinent data to other service areas as needed.
• Administers medications appropriately and documents all data accurately according to facility policy.
• Participates in formulation of individual care plans for all patients and implements plan according to facility policy.
• Performs proper HWC techniques, demonstrating knowledge of patient and staff safety.
• Completes debriefings as indicated.
• Serves as a role model to staff and students in dress and demeanor.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed (or license eligible) in the State of Tennessee.
• Preferred experience with children/adoloescents
• Preferred experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Must attend the two-week orientation classes, Monday through Friday.
• This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification.

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