RN

Responsibilities

• ountain Youth Academy (a UHS company) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing team!
• Come make a difference in the life of a child and love what you do!!
• What do our current nurses value at Mountain Youth Academy & UHS?
• 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 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 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.
• Mountain Youth Academy is centrally located near Johnson City, TN, Boone, NC, and Abingdon, VA.
• We are a 120-bed residential treatment facility and assist in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of behavioral health issues for our young adolescent patients.
• A Registered Nurse (RN) in a Residential Treatment Center (RTC) position is primarily responsible for assessing patients' conditions, administering medications, providing necessary care based on treatment plans, educating patients and families about their treatment, and maintaining detailed medical records, all while prioritizing the unique needs of individuals in a residential treatment setting; this includes fostering open communication with patients, their families, and other healthcare team members.
• Primary duties and Responsibilities: (include, but are not limited to, the following) Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Regularly evaluate patients’ physical and mental health status, including vital signs, behavioral changes, and potential withdrawal symptoms.
• Observing patient interactions and identifying potential issues requiring interventions.
• Documenting patient observations and progress in medical records.
• Rounding to assess compliance of precautions/observations.
• Medication Administration: Accurately administering prescribed medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Monitoring for potential side effects and adverse reactions to medications.
• Treatment Plan Implementation: Participating in development of individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Benefit Highlights: 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 Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Attendance Incentives Shift Differential Pay Tuition Reimbursement Free Meals For a full preview of benefits, please visit UHS Benefits Service Center (ehr.com) About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.
• Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024.
• UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
• Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.
• Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S.
• States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program and licensed (or license eligible) in the State of Tennessee Associate Degree EMR Electronic Medical Record Phlebotomy Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge of Psychotropic Medications Phlebotomy Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats. Strong Interpersonal and organization skills. ***This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification**
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