Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health / Acute Psych III / Full Time / Day

This Psychiatric Nursing position at UHS is open to registered nurse candidates.

Registered Nurses have diverse career pathways from bedside care to telehealth triage, care coordination, and leadership roles with increasingly flexible scheduling options.

This position is based in Amarillo, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a registered nurse earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Nursing Care, Patient Centered Care, Plan of Care Development, Clinical Skills, Patient Education, Professional Behavior, Conflict Resolution, Patient Safety. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatric Nursing role.

Core responsibilities: The Registered Nurse provides safe, competent nursing care based on facility policies, standards, and the Patient Centered Care philosophy, while also offering professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. Key duties include developing, implementing, and evaluating age-appropriate plan...

Benefits package: Retention Bonus Program, Loan Forgiveness Program, Competitive Compensation, Generous Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Prescription Drug Plans. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.