Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Western State Hospital; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Family time

Retirement with match

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Staunton, VA seeks a full-time Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric care as an autonomous practitioner on assigned units.

The role requires PMHNP certification, Virginia NP licensure with autonomous practice, and active DEA registration. Responsibilities include comprehensive psychiatric assessments, therapy, and treatment planning, with supervision of NP students as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Licensed Nurse Practitioner with Autonomous Practice and Prescriptive Authority in Virginia.
• Active DEA prior to the approval of clinical privilege(s).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care of patients on the assigned unit including; psychiatric assessment; patient and family interviews; indicated psychotherapies, including individual, group, and family therapy; etc.
• Planning and implementing psychiatric, medical, and behavioral rehabilitation treatment plans for patients
• Reviewing orders, emergency decisions, and treatment plans made by others (ODs) for patients on the service.
• Cross coverage on other units when attending physician or PMHNP is absent
• Supervision of psychiatric nurse practitioner students
• Review of case formulations, treatment plans, documentation, and other activities of nursing students on the service

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Therapy interviews

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Graduate NP program

Psychiatric Mental Health NP certification

Virginia NP license with autonomous practice

Active DEA registration

Job description

Title: Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

State Role Title: RN III/Nurse Prct II

Hiring Range: $133,023 to $183,571

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview

Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric care as an autonomous practice Nurse Practitioner to patients on assigned unit(s).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care of patients on the assigned unit including; psychiatric assessment; patient and family interviews; indicated psychotherapies, including individual, group, and family therapy; etc.
• Planning and implementing psychiatric, medical, and behavioral rehabilitation treatment plans for patients
• Reviewing orders, emergency decisions, and treatment plans made by others (ODs) for patients on the service.
• Cross coverage on other units when attending physician or PMHNP is absent
• Supervision of psychiatric nurse practitioner students
• Review of case formulations, treatment plans, documentation, and other activities of nursing students on the service

Benefits Include

• health, vision, and dental insurance
• life insurance
• paid time off
• sick time
• family/personal time
• retirement with cash match

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Licensed Nurse Practitioner with Autonomous Practice and Prescriptive Authority in Virginia
• Active DEA prior to the approval of clinical privilege(s)

Additional Considerations

• Bilingual
• Veteran or veteran spouse

Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.