Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health unit

Sentara Health Plans; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Sentara Health Plans is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Behavioral Health unit in Harrisonburg, VA. This part-time position requires dedication to providing high-quality nursing care to patients with mental health diagnoses.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, a valid Registered Nurse License, and demonstrate critical thinking skills. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse License required.
• Previous acute care experience preferred.
• Experience with patients who have mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing care as demonstrated by professional standards.
• Work with patients with various diagnoses including mental health.
• Participate in a nursing residency program for new graduates.

Skills

Nursing Care

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

## Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health unitApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Harrisonburg, VAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-99694**City/State**Harrisonburg, VA**Work Shift**Second (Evenings)**Overview:**Sentara RMH Medical Center is now hiring a **Registered Nurse** for the **Behavioral Health unit**. This position is ideal for candidates who have experience or interest in providing care for patients with a variety of diagnoses to include depression, suicidal ideation, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and more. Will also work with drug and alcohol detox patients.**Education**Associates or Bachelor's Degree – Nursing (Required)**Certification/Licensure**Registered Nurse License (Required)**Experience**Previous acute care experience (Preferred)**Duties/Responsibilities**The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for performing a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence- based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.**Transition to Practice/Nurse Residency Program**This 10-week TTP program focuses on the orientation transition experience with intentional knowledge support and skill acquisition for practice in Medical-Surgical areas. For new graduates, this TTP program is the start of a comprehensive 6-month residency program to support your transition to practice.**Program includes:**• Formal delivery of fundamental nursing concepts and standards with in-person sessions utilizing case studies, gaming, simulation, and skills labs• Exposure to Sentara policies and evidence-based practice guidelines• Hands-on experience alongside a trained nurse preceptor• Opportunity to share your experiences/ networking with peers in a safe, protected environment• A series of virtual professional development sessions with mentoring (optional for experienced nurses).**Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career****•** Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development• Pet Insurance• Legal Resources Plan• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met**Sentara RMH Medical Center**, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.Our Caring Workplace Environment•A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years•Free and convenient parking•Collaboration and shared governance•CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital•EAP – 24 x 7**Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer** and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.