Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Floater

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Family/personal time

Retirement with cash match

Job summary

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Floater to provide cross-coverage across the facility and deliver psychiatric care as an NP.

The role requires knowledge of psychiatry at NP level, with responsibilities including assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with clinical teams. Competitive benefits are included and VA employment benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of psychiatry at the Nurse Practitioner level with diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Ability to supervise nursing students and collaborate with clinical teams.
• Background checks and drug screening as part of pre-employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care including assessment, interviews and pharmacologic management.
• Plan and implement psychiatric and behavioral rehabilitation treatment plans.
• Liaise with community mental health centers for discharge planning.
• Supervise psychiatric NP students.
• Review case formulations, orders and documentation for the service.

Skills

Psychiatry knowledge

NP level practice

Teaching/supervision

Job description

Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Floater

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

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital

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 Floater to floating provider offering cross‑coverage across the facility while delivering psychiatric care as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for assigned units and provide Staff On-Duty and Psych Backup coverage for hospital as scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing direct psychiatric care of patients on the assigned unit including: Psychiatric assessment; Patient and family interviews; Psychopharmacologic management; etc.
• Planning and implementing psychiatric, medical, and behavioral rehabilitation treatment plans for patients on this service
• Liaison with community mental health center staff in preparing and implementing patient discharge plans
• Supervision of psychiatric nurse practitioner students
• Reviewing of case formulations, treatment plans, documentation, and other activities of nursing students on the service
• Reviewing orders, emergency decisions, and treatment plans made by others (ODs) for patients 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

Knowledge of psychiatry at the Nurse Practitioner level, which is a post-graduate nursing level with special training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment/therapeutics. The practitioner should also be knowledgeable about laboratory evaluations and laboratory monitoring of psychopharmacologic agents. Expertise in the application of nursing practices, ability to teach individuals and groups, consultation, collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Additional Considerations

• Bilingual
• Veteran or veteran spouse

Background Investigation

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

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

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.