Registered Nurse (RN) - Military Unit

Responsibilities Salt Lake Behavioral Health is currently seeking a compassionate and talented Registered Nurse (RN) for DAY and NIGHT SHIFT to join our Women’s Strong Hope Military Program team. The Women’s Strong Hope Program specializes in PTSD & substance use treatment for female active-duty military members. At Salt Lake Behavioral Health Hospital, we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and suicide affect millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional patient care. Salt Lake Behavioral Health is a private 118-bed freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults. We proudly offer specialized mental health and substance abuse treatment for active-duty service members, veterans, and military families. We provide evidence-based treatment of PTSD, focusing on areas of combat trauma, military sexual trauma, and childhood trauma. To support the different needs of patients, we have a Strong Hope Women’s Program and Strong Hope Men’s Program, which are programmed differently for those specific populations. The Women’s Strong Hope Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts and in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. The Women’s Strong Hope Staff Nurse is an integral part of an experienced and cohesive team that is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our female active-duty military patients. In addition to basic Staff Nurse duties, the Women’s Strong Hope Staff Nurse will: Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team that works directly with active-duty military members as they process trauma, heal, and transform their lives. Work in a supportive and rewarding environment that emphasizes collaborative teamwork and relationships. Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff (physically, mentally, and emotionally) by: Adhering to program & hospital standards, policy & protocol Utilizing healthy therapeutic communication when interacting with patients and peers. Identifying and maintaining therapeutic boundaries with patients in a professional and compassionate manner. Handle behavioral issues that arise with individual patients and in the milieu in a professional and trauma-informed manner. Demonstrate the ability to work proficiently in a challenging and quick-paced environment, including time management skills, attention to detail, adaptability, accurate charting, and documentation. Be comfortable speaking to, making announcements, and verbally directing a unit of patients. Competently utilize critical thinking skills when dealing with difficult and emergent situations that arise while working in an acute psychiatric inpatient facility. Be recognized for their motivation, initiative, and mindfulness as they provide excellent care to patients. Practice positive interpersonal skills and promote stability on the units by having a healthy emotional distress tolerance. Be committed to a growth-oriented and accountable work environment by remaining teachable and completing ongoing training. Assist with a holistic approach to healing by overseeing and ensuring the safety of patients and peers on weekly outings in the surrounding community. Be actively involved and participate during outings that encourage and inspire patient participation. Be able to safely operate a 15-passenger van (active/valid Driver’s License) Be flexible and have the understanding and ability to work with other acute units in the hospital if/when needed. For more information about Salt Lake behavioral Health, go to our website at www.saltlakebehavioralhealth.com and you can also watch our video from staff at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4bm4W1rnfo Qualifications Position Requirements: Education: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience: No minimum required. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Utah State Board of Nursing Additional Requirements: Thorough knowledge of Joint Commission, HCFA, OSHA requirements, and state and federal regulatory requirements. CPR certification and successful completion of training in Management of Aggressive Behavior (Mandt) within 90 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures. This opportunity provides the following: Salt Lake Behavioral Health provides a challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Free Meals Competitive Compensation Shift Differentials for Nights and Weekends $1,000.00 Sign-on bonus Student Loan Repayment $250/mth Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401k plan with company match Generous Paid Time Off EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. 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