Night Shift Nurse - Behavioral Health

Aster Springs; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aster Springs is seeking a Nurse for night shifts to provide comprehensive medical care in the treatment facility. The RN collaborates with the care team to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and ensure accurate medication administration and documentation.

The role requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, Virginia licensure, and at least 1 year in behavioral health; strong assessment, communication, and charting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure in Virginia and an approved nursing degree.
• Minimum 1 year in behavioral healthcare preferred.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments identifying medical needs.
• Transcribe physician orders and manage STAT orders promptly.
• Communicate observations to the care team for planning.
• Administer medications per orders and MAR, with safety as priority.
• Coordinate pharmacy and lab orders and ensure controlled-substance security.
• Prepare patients for discharge with clear medication instructions.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Medication administration

Vital signs

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Tools

EHR systems

Charting software

Job description

Aster Springs is seeking a Nurse for night shifts to provide comprehensive medical care in the treatment facility. The RN collaborates with the care team to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and ensure accurate medication administration and documentation.

The role requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, Virginia licensure, and at least 1 year in behavioral health; strong assessment, communication, and charting skills are essential.