Lead Psychiatric RN — Magnet Academic Health System

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Inpatient Psychiatry unit. You will deliver direct nursing care to adults with acute mental health needs on a 25-bed unit, while leading a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery-focused care.

The role combines hands-on nursing with leadership development, mentorship, and collaboration within a premier academic health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Virginia RN license; American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in behavioral health or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to adults on an acute inpatient psychiatric unit.
• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor changes in patient condition.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care; administer medications.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other team members to coordinate care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Inpatient Psychiatry unit. You will deliver direct nursing care to adults with acute mental health needs on a 25-bed unit, while leading a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery-focused care.

The role combines hands-on nursing with leadership development, mentorship, and collaboration within a premier academic health system.