Registered Nurse (RN) EmPATH Psychiatric Observation

Inova Health System; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition and Student Loan Assistance

Mental Health Support

Retirement matching contributions

Job summary

Inova Health System is seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join our EmPATH Psychiatric Observation Unit in Falls Church, Virginia. This full-time role involves day/night shifts and supports a combined healthcare approach to psychiatric patient care.

Candidates must have at least 1 year of clinical experience, a BSN, and BLS certification. The position offers competitive benefits including tuition assistance and mental health support. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Registered Nurse clinical experience is required.
• Must complete BSN within 5 years if starting with an Associates Degree.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Performs biopsychosocial assessments on patients.
• Provides medications and treatments to patients.
• Serves as a resource for patients and families regarding medical questions.
• Develops plan of care.
• Works with the interdisciplinary team to assist adult patient to meet treatment goals.
• Reports to the Clinical Director.

Skills

Proficient in English

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

BSN from accredited school of nursing

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months of hire

Job description

Inova Fairfax Hospital is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our EmPATH Psychiatric Observation Unit on a day/night shift rotation. This is a full‑time position with a 3 x 12‑hour shift schedule (7:00 am to 7:30 pm or 7:00 pm to 7:30 am). We welcome acute care Registered Nurses who are enthusiastic about working with the psychiatric patient population and are eager to make a positive impact in this specialty.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental‑health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.

At Inova Fairfax Hospital, our inpatient units are designed to provide clients with safety, structure and stabilization. Our interdisciplinary team works together to ensure the best possible care for our patients. Therapeutic group activities, including creative art therapy, are an integral part of our patient‑centered approach. The average nurse‑to‑patient ratio is 6:1, ensuring that you can provide personalized care to those who need it most.

The Registered Nurse provides knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patients, families, nurses and healthcare delivery teams. Consistently provides safe and therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way while incorporating differences into the provision of care and conducting all patient care in a patient/family‑centered manner. Integrates knowledge, skills and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum, to include patient and family education. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others while having respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines. Determines processes for delivery of care from direct patient/family communication, technology and other healthcare team member collaboration.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs biopsychosocial assessments on patients
• Provides medications and treatments to patients
• Serves as a resource for patients and families regarding medical questions
• Develops plan of care
• Works with the interdisciplinary team to assist adult patient to meet treatment goals
• Reports to the Clinical Director

Team members may be required to float to Behavioral Health Emergency Department PODs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience Required: 1 year of Registered Nurse clinical experience
• Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
• Certification: BLS certification required, ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure - Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Special Skills - Proficient in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others. Proficient computer skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Emergency Department experience
• Expedited Observation experience
• Previous Psychiatric nursing experience – inpatient or ambulatory