Overnight Psychiatric RN — Crisis Stabilization (Sign-on)

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Annual and Sick Leave

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to provide nursing care to individuals in crisis at the Regional Crisis Stabilization Center. The role supports behavioral health and co-occurring substance use disorders, working with psychiatrists and an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, and collaboration with the treatment team.

Qualifications

• Behavioral health experience is required.
• RN license in good standing with Virginia Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial and ongoing assessments of clients' physical and mental health needs and develop appropriate nursing plans of care.
• Monitor client status, treatment responses, medications, and medication management practices.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists and treatment staff on medications, treatment planning, referrals, and changes in client condition.
• Review referrals and provide assessment and recommendations for program acceptance and ongoing care.
• Coordinate medical services, referrals, transportation, and medical appointments.
• Serve as a nursing resource to staff by providing consultation and education on client medical needs.
• Maintain accurate nursing and treatment documentation.
• Provide supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and emergency services as needed.
• Follow nursing standards, agency policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills

Behavioral health care

Crisis intervention

Education

RN license Virginia Board of Nursing

Job description

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to provide nursing care to individuals in crisis at the Regional Crisis Stabilization Center. The role supports behavioral health and co-occurring substance use disorders, working with psychiatrists and an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, and collaboration with the treatment team.