Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Ascent Behavioral Hospital – Millcreek, UT

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

At Ascent Behavioral Hospital, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. We are looking for dedicated Registered Nurses to join our interdisciplinary team in a supportive and safe environment where safety, integrity, respect, and excellence are our highest standards.

As an RN, you will play a vital role in providing direct patient care, supporting individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with physicians and therapists to ensure the delivery of safe and effective psychiatric services. You will be a cornerstone of our patient-centered care model, requiring clinical expertise and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Clinical Care: Conduct patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor progress.
• Medical Tasks: Administer medications, perform phlebotomy as needed, and conduct skin checks and nutrition reviews.
• Crisis Management: Participate in de-escalation, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Family Engagement: Communicate health and treatment updates effectively with parents and guardians.
• Supervision: Oversee medication administration systems and train staff on best practices for hygiene and infection control.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Current, valid RN licensure in the state of Utah.
• Active CPR and First-Aid certification.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage stressful situations with professionalism and empathy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in behavioral health or psychiatric settings.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).

Benefits

• Impact: Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in adolescent mental health.
• Culture: Supportive, mission-driven culture with a focus on teamwork and growth.
• Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO).
• Growth: Ongoing professional development, training opportunities , and clear career advancement pathways.
• Safety: Evidence-based initiatives focused on staff and patient safety.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today to join a team dedicated to excellence in mental health care.

Ascent Behavioral Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.