SRCH Registered Nurse PRN

PART-TIME (PRN) REGISTERED NURSES NEEDED

Star Care Specialty Health System (Star Care) is seeking qualified and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our inpatient treatment team (part-time) at Sunrise Canyon Psychiatric Hospital.

Responsibilities:

Must maintain nursing standards in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, and Center and hospital policies, procedures, and standards.

• observation,
• nursing assessment,
• diagnosis,
• planning,
• implementation/intervention,
• evaluation of outcomes, and
• document all aspects of patient care.
• Communicates and collaborates with other shift RNs to ensure 24-hour continuity of care.
• Assist the supervisor and other center staff with special assignments and/or projects.
• Assist with the work of LVNs and direct work with Mental Health Specialists.

Schedule:

This is a part-time/non-exempt position. The work schedule is a set 12-hour shift, with some flexibility to provide adequate nursing coverage on the unit. Specific shift schedules will be discussed in interview. All PRN staff are required to work at least ONE (1) 12-hour shift per pay period.

Star Care offers the following benefits to part-time employees:
Longevity augmentations, employee referral augmentations, and premium holiday pay for staff working in twenty-four hour programs (includes Sunrise Canyon Hospital).

Qualifications:

Required
:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and currently licensed in the State of Texas by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a Registered Nurse,
• plus two (2) years of full-time experience as a practicing registered nurse in a recognized public health agency, hospital or health care facility.

OR

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and currently licensed in the State of Texas by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a Registered Nurse,
• plus six (6) months toone (1) year of full-time experience as a practicing registered nurse or behavioral health technician i n a recognized public health agency, hospital or health care facility.
• Psychiatric nursing experience is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills in the supervision, education, and direction of others
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, copier, fax, etc.) and personal computer with Microsoft Office products is required.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Medium Work
  :
  Involves frequently exerting 25 to 50 pounds at a time and occasionally exerting 50 to 100 pounds.

Physical Requirements

Definition

Frequency

Stationary Position

Refers to the ability to remain in a stationary posture for extended periods of time, which may include sitting or standing at a designated workstation. Tasks may be performed primarily in one location with limited physical movement throughout the workday.

Moderately 25% – 50%

Mobility and Physical Interaction

Refers to the ability to move about the workspace, including changing body position (e.g., standing, sitting, bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, etc.), and to lift, carry, place, push, pull, or reposition objects or materials as needed. It also involves the ability to ascend or descend within the work environment (e.g., stairs, ladders, platforms, etc.).

Frequently >50%

Visual Acuity and Color Recognition

Refers to the ability to read printed and digital materials, observe details, and identify and distinguish colors accurately. These abilities are essential for tasks involving inspection, monitoring, or handling color-coded items or materials.

Frequently >50%

Communication and Exchange Information

Refers to the ability to communicate…