Admissions RN- Nights Fulltime

Company Overview

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. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health‑care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control.

Success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. UHS has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America’s top 500 public companies as well as the Fortune list of 500 World’s Most Admired Companies in 2017 and 2018.

Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80‑bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults and children ages 4 to 17. Located on a beautiful 13‑acre oak‑lined campus, the hospital provides a home‑like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self‑awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through inpatient and outpatient programs to fit your needs.

Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin, 10 minutes from downtown. For more information visit

Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) – Nights. This role responds to incoming referral and admission calls, assesses patients’ psychiatric and medical status, documents all inquiries, and supports the interdisciplinary treatment team. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, leadership of mental health technicians, and administration of medication as prescribed.

• Respond to incoming calls for referrals and admissions.
• Assess patients’ psychiatric and medical status.
• Document all inquiries, referrals, and admissions accurately in the computer system and on proper forms.
• Ensure referral patient medical record information is completed and nursing/clinical staff are informed of the patient’s condition and history.
• Copy, distribute, and prepare referral material in unit charts as required.
• Assess, direct, and intervene in crisis situations.
• Provide leadership and direction to mental‑health technicians.
• Contribute to the treatment plan as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by a physician.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, licensed to practice by the Texas State Board of Nursing. (BSN preferred)
• Current Texas State Registered Nurse License.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• Aggressive Behavior Management training within 90 days of hire.
• One year of experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting (preferred).

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Sign‑on bonus $2000.

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 fully support 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.

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