Registered Nurse I

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Northern Virginia seeks a Registered Nurse I to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for individuals with serious mental illness. The role requires an active VA RN license or eligibility, with potential multi-state endorsement.

BSN or higher degree is preferred; prior health care or customer service experience is advantageous. The position emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team and effective delegation, in a

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in VA or license eligible; compact endorsement accepted.
• BSN or higher degree required.
• Prior work in a health care setting or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for individuals with serious mental illness.
• Think critically in multi-priority situations and delegate effectively.
• Lead and supervise team performance, provide feedback and enhance team cohesion.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and other departments.

Skills

RN license

Education

BSN

Job description

Title: Registered Nurse I

State Role Title: Registered Nurse I

Hiring Range: Starting Salary $91,931- Max salary $ 126,865

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Northern VA Mental Health Inst

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/nvmhi/careers/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties The ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care of individuals who have a serious mental illness both in the acute and chronic phase. Ability to think critically in situations that require managing multiple priorities. Ability to formulate and implement broad based nursing actions and a variety of individualized treatment interventions in complex care situations. Knowledge and skill in group leadership and dynamics. Ability to supervise performance of and make judgments about performance and provide actionable positive and corrective feedback to others. Ability to delegate effectively and in accordance with regulations. Able to contribute to cohesiveness of work team including accepting feedback from others. Ability to collaborate, problem solve and negotiate with colleagues of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and all departments and disciplines. Ability to utilize effective oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of pharmacology, psychiatric and physical conditions and biopsychosocial needs of patients and the principles and practices of psychiatric nursing.

Minimum Qualifications Active RN license to practice in VA or License eligible; multi-state compact endorsement is accepted- please upload your RN License

Additional Considerations

• BSN or higher education degree
• Prior work experience providing customer service
• Prior work in a health care setting

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO) Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY. Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx

Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone #) for assistance.

Contact Information Name: Sahar Attai

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.