Night-Shift RN: Behavioral Health Crisis Care

Connections Health Solutions; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

PTO 160 hours

Parental leave

HSA available

FSA option

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for full-time night shift (0.9 FTE). The role focuses on crisis care, crisis intervention, and comprehensive nursing assessments.

Responsibilities include triage, documentation, and education of patients and families about diagnoses and treatments. Qualifications include an active RN license, psychiatric care experience, and ability to perform safe restraint techniques.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted active RN license with Virginia or multistate privilege.
• Ability to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques.
• Experience in psychiatric/behavioral health assessments and crisis care.
• Vaccination policy compliance and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments across triage, behavioral health, physical health, and substance use.
• Document information accurately and participate in Multidisciplinary care planning.
• Provide education on diagnoses, medications, and treatment options to individuals and families.
• Intervene verbally to de-escalate potential crises and ensure safety.
• Administer medications as prescribed and perform related charting and checks.

Skills

Active RN license

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Safe restraint techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Graduated from an accredited Nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) (Full Time, 0.9 Night)

Leesburg, Virginia, United States

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:

• +$2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights
• +$6/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights
• +$2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

What You'll Do:

The Registered Nurse (RN) conducts comprehensive assessments of individuals and accurately documents pertinent information related to triage, behavioral health, physical health, and substance use concerns. This role demonstrates expertise in crisis intervention and the ability to de-escalate potentially aggressive situations in a safe, therapeutic manner. The RN also provides education to individuals and their families regarding behavioral health diagnoses, medications, and treatment options.

• Completes detailed Nursing Assessments with individuals and documents pertinent information including Triage, Medical/Behavioral Health assessments and medication administration utilizing appropriate assessment tools. Accurately record all medication brought in by individual on medication reconciliation/storage form.
• Plans individual treatment as part of the Multidisciplinary Clinical team.
• Provides education concerning psychiatric diagnosis, treatment options, psychopharmacology and overall health literacy to individuals, families, and all others involved in the individual’s care.
• Intervenes with appropriate verbal interventions to diffuse out of control or potentially dangerous behaviors. Demonstrates ability to effectively use therapeutic option theory and technique and can describe and demonstrate their roles and responsibilities.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Seclusion/Restraint standards, guidelines, techniques; initiate documentation and debriefing with individuals for any seclusion/restraint incidents as required.
• Accurately transcribes Provider orders and administers medications as prescribed. Attempt to have individual sign medication consent form. Performs chart checks and signs off as a second noted on medications prescribed. Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by Providers when required.
• Provide daily programming/groups.
• Complete all required training, attend monthly meetings, and maintain required competencies.
• Complete nurse to nurse at discharge or when accepting individual from another facility.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Graduated from an accredited Nursing program
• Unrestricted active license as Registered Professional Nurse through the Virginia State Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• Working on ASAM 3.7 unit, the RN shall have competencies and experience in conducting an alcohol or other drug focused nursing assessment
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search
• Physical Requirements
  • Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight)
  • Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast-paced environment
  • Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior

It would be great if you had:

• 3 years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant experience
• Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
• Experience working with individuals with addiction and addiction management
• Bachelor's degree in nursing

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

Actual compensation is based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and budget.

$49 - $68.15 USD

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.

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