Registered Nurse; Rn

Responsibilities

Gulfport Behavioral Health System, a 92‑bed psychiatric hospital, offers child, adolescent, adult, and military service behavioral health programs and treatment services.

Join a team where the Staff Nurse (RN) prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. Opportunities to work with various patient populations including children, adolescents and adults. Nurses work 12‑hour shifts (7a‑7p or 7p‑7a) with some rotating weekends.
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Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required;
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience in a psychiatric health‑care facility preferred.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Mississippi State Board of Nursing.

Additional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications. CPR certification and CPI certification (Management of Aggressive Behavior) including restraint and seclusion policies, within 90 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures. Training can be obtained during new hire orientation.

Hours: 12‑hour shifts, 7a‑7p. Rotating weekends.

An environment that puts patient care first. Providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and families at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. Being part of a large network of peer co‑workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement with robust continuing education options and skill diversification within UHS.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career Development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

For more information, contact:
Cynthia Render‑Leach, Human Resources Director at 228‑236‑2129 or Cynthia.

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