Registered Nurse II

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks a Registered Nurse II for SWVMHI in Marion, VA. The position involves a shift schedule and collaborative care within an interdisciplinary nursing team to deliver comprehensive treatment plans.

The RN will administer medications, assess care outcomes, and ensure safety and documentation across a mental health setting with adult and geriatric clients.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric populations is preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and monitor effectiveness.
• Maintain infection prevention practices and safety standards.
• Document care appropriately in medical records and hand off information.

Skills

Nursing

Education

Virginia Nursing License

Job description

Title: Registered Nurse II

State Role Title: RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Hiring Range: Salary Range: $87,373/yr. to $120,575/yr.

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website: www.swvmhi.dbhds.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

SWVMHI in Marion, VA (Smyth County) is recruiting a 12-hour AM Shift Registered Nurse II to join its dedicated and talented Nursing Service Team.

Position Hours: 8 hour shifts 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Working at Least Every Other Weekend

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with successful outcomes with an interdisciplinary treatment team and to implement an effective Nursing Care Plan as part of an integrated interdisciplinary Comprehensive Treatment Plan.

Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of professional registered nursing to provide care appropriate to adult and geriatric populations, including client care treatments, wound prevention, and falls prevention.

Ability to administer medications, assess effectiveness and provide education to client and/or family safely and efficiently.

Ability to perform infection prevention and control practices and appropriately apply standards in daily activities.

Demonstrate oral, written, and electronic skills to adequately communicate with others including client, family, and other customers; complete medical record documentation, and “hand-off” information satisfactorily to other caregivers.

Demonstrate successful interventions to manage conflict including crises and aggressive behavior, motivate others, work effectively in a constantly changing environment, and able to tolerate emotional stress.

Some knowledge of mental health laws that pertain to clients admitted to SWVMHI, and of accreditation/regulating organizations that establish standards.

Computer skills to perform document development, learning tools, and electronic communication.

Ability to hear and see to assess and respond to safety concerns.

Ability to adhere to scheduling requirements as described by policy and able to work overtime in a staffing emergency.

Demonstrated ability to effectively inspire and lead others toward facility goals.

Ability to work in a secure and locked environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of mental illness, ID/DD, and/or additional forensic/legal involvement.

The following physical requirements are necessary: repetitious walking and/or standing; bending, lifting and reaching overhead to position, restrain, transfer, transport, and/or escort individuals, and to perform or assist in activities of daily living.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or applicant status

Additional Considerations

• Strongly prefer supervisory experience with knowledge of performance management and evaluation processes.
• Strongly prefer experience working with individuals with mental illness, forensic, geriatric, and/or substance abuse issues.
• Prefer supervisory experience and competency in Charge Nurse role.
• Computer skills, including use of electronic health record, are needed.

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 Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 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 preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Rebecca Richardson

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.