Location & Practice Overview

The position is based at Sierra Vista Hospital in south Sacramento. This is a 171-bed full-service psychiatric care facility that has operated as a center of support for patients and families since 1986.

Facility 171-bed psychiatric care hospital
Location South Sacramento, California
Care Setting Inpatient mental health facility
Department Nursing Department

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and evaluate patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.
  • Administer medications only after successfully passing the facility medication administration exam.
  • Complete and apply the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training, including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint, before assisting in those procedures.
  • Participate in cross-functional training as needed to support seamless work across units within the facility.

The role may require overtime and flexible hours based on operational needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must hold active California nursing licensure and meet the stated education and experience thresholds before beginning clinical duties.

Education
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; Associate degree accepted, Bachelor’s degree preferred
License
Current license to practice issued by the State Board of Nursing
Experience
At least 6 months of nursing experience; experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred
Required Certifications & Training
CPR certification; successful completion of the hospital’s behavioral and physical management training program
Other
Must pass medication administration exam prior to administering medications; valid driver’s license preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The posted hourly range is determined by education and related experience. Additional benefit details are provided by the employer during the hiring process.

  • Compensation: $45–$60 per hour
  • Full-time position

Schedule & Work Environment

Status Full-time
Hours Flexible hours and possible overtime may be required
Work Environment On-site within the inpatient psychiatric facility

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role supports patients receiving care for emotional, behavioral, and addiction-related problems in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

Patient Focus Individuals with emotional, behavioral, and addiction problems
Setting Inpatient psychiatric care facility
Service Context Full-service mental health environment serving patients and families

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on nursing process-based care within a behavioral health hospital that addresses emotional, behavioral, and addiction problems.

Nursing Process Care Coordination and evaluation of patient care according to nursing standards
Medication Administration Medication administration after successful completion of the facility exam
Behavioral Management De-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint following required training

Role Highlights

Distinctive elements of this staff nurse role include facility-specific preparation and operational flexibility within the psychiatric hospital.

  • Cross-functional training that enables the nurse to work across different areas of the facility.
  • Presence of a training program noted for new graduates entering the behavioral health setting.
  • Required completion of hospital-designated behavioral and physical management training before assisting with seclusion or restraint procedures.

About Sierra Vista Hospital

Sierra Vista Hospital is a 171-bed psychiatric care facility in south Sacramento. Since 1986 it has provided clinical expertise to individuals with emotional, behavioral, and addiction problems. The hospital is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a healthcare management company that operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide.

Facility Type Psychiatric care hospital
Bed Count 171 beds
Year Established 1986
Parent Organization Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is psychiatric experience required?
Experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility is preferred. The position requires a minimum of six months of nursing experience.
What must be completed before administering medications?
Nurses must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
What training is required before assisting with seclusion or restraint?
Successful completion of the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training program, including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint, is required prior to assisting in those procedures.
Is cross-unit work possible?
Cross-functional training may be required so the nurse can work across units within the facility.
Are overtime or flexible hours expected?
The position may require overtime and flexible hours.

Registered Nurse (Full Time) in Sacramento, CA

This full-time Registered Nurse position is located at Sierra Vista Hospital, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility in south Sacramento that has served patients and families since 1986. The role sits in the Nursing Department and focuses on planning, coordinating, and evaluating patient care through collaboration with the health team in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care. Nurses administer medications only after passing a facility medication administration exam and must complete the hospital’s behavioral and physical management training, covering de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint, before assisting in those procedures. Cross-functional training may be required to support work across units. Candidates need graduation from an accredited school of nursing (associate degree accepted, bachelor’s preferred), a current State Board of Nursing license, at least six months of nursing experience with psychiatric facility experience preferred, and CPR certification. A valid driver’s license is preferred. Pay is $45–$60 per hour. The schedule is full-time and may include overtime and flexible hours. Sierra Vista Hospital is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. The facility notes a training program for new graduates while maintaining the six-month experience requirement for the position.

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