Psychiatric Registered Nurse

LewisGale Medical Center; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA seeks an RN Psychiatric Nurse to deliver safe, compassionate care to adult and geriatric behavioral health patients. You will perform mental health assessments, administer medications, and collaborate with psychiatrists and therapists.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, de-escalation, patient and family education, accurate documentation, and discharge planning, within a team-focused environment that supports professional growth and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments
• Administer medications
• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with psychiatrists and therapists
• Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation
• Educate patients and families, document thoroughly, coordinate discharge planning

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center seeks an RN Psychiatric Nurse to deliver safe, compassionate care to adult and geriatric behavioral health patients. In this role, you will perform comprehensive mental health assessments, administer medications, and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, de-escalation, patient and family education, documentation, and coordination of discharge plans. You’ll work in a supportive, team-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth and continuing education within a leading tertiary care hospital.