Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital

New Graduate Registered Nurse - Pediatric Behavioral Health, Full time

Chicago, Illinois, United States Full Time Posted 2 weeks ago

Opportunity

Job Description

Qualifications at a Glance

Education

  • Completion of accredited nursing program
  • BSN preferred

Licenses

  • Registered Nurse (RN) license

Certifications

  • Current CPR or BLS certification

Preferred

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is seeking new graduate Registered Nurses to join our pediatric behavioral health team. You will provide professional nursing care to children and teens ages 3 to 17 in a dedicated inpatient unit, working within a multidisciplinary treatment team committed to evidence-based care and compassionate patient support.

Clinical Setting

Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital specializes in behavioral health and psychiatric support for children and adolescents. The facility is dedicated to treating every patient with compassion and respect, using individualized care approaches to instill hope in patients, families, and the community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care on a designated unit consistent with hospital philosophy and objectives
  • Prescribe, coordinate, and delegate nursing care utilizing the nursing process integrated into the multidisciplinary treatment team plan of care
  • Assess patient needs and implement individualized care plans
  • Initiate restraints or seclusion and assess continuation as clinically indicated
  • Promote and enhance professional nursing practice on the unit
  • Maintain accountability for assigned nursing care activities on a shift basis

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)
  • Current CPR or BLS certification
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license

Schedule

  • Full-time position
  • Available shifts include days, evenings, and nights

Compensation and Shift Differentials

  • Starting pay: $42.00 per hour
  • Salary range: $42.00 to $52.00 per hour
  • Shift differentials: $3.25 per hour Monday through Thursday; $6.25 per hour Friday through Sunday for PM and night shifts

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and 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
  • Continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement

About the Employer

This position is with Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, and related services across 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

For more information, contact Rasa Avizienis, Group Talent Acquisition Manager, at rasa.avizienis@uhsinc.com.

Specialty Pediatric Behavioral Health
Experience Level New Graduate
Job Type Full Time
Compensation $42 - $52 an hour

Profile Insights

Match Details

Sign in to view personalized insights

Sign in and complete your Career Profile to compare your qualifications with this job.

Sign In to View Match

Ready to apply?

Review the employer's application page and submit your materials when you're ready.