RN Manager I-AOD

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

State employee benefits

Relocation reimbursement may be avail.

Education opportunities

Job summary

Dept Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks an RN Manager I-AOD to oversee nursing operations for child and adolescent psychiatric care at the Center. The role requires supervising RNs, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality patient care within a collaborative team.

The position offers a starting pay from $117,594 to $162,279, with competitive state benefits and shift differentials. Active RN license and CPR certification are required, with nursing degree favored.

Qualifications

• Competent in KSA’s of RN Manager I.
• Knowledge of child & adolescent psychiatric nursing practices.
• Supervises RN & RN II, mentors, and support staff with direction as necessary.
• Ability to teach others and relate effectively with individuals and groups.
• Maintains competencies per CCCA discipline.
• Knowledge of nursing processes and patient care in psychiatric settings.
• Strong multitasking in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Report accurate information to the psychiatrist for medication and treatment decisions.
• Provide nursing care and coordinate with the care team for admitted patients.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff and assistants.
• Ensure documentation and EHR entry is complete and accurate.

Skills

RN Manager I knowledge

Child & Adolescent psych

Supervisory experience

Teaching ability

EHR systems

CPR certification

RN license

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Title: RN Manager I-AOD

State Role Title: Registered Nurse Manager I

Hiring Range: Starting Pay from $117,594 - $162,279

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Comm Ctr for Child & Adoles

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/ccca/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The mission of CCCA is to serve those children and adolescents admitted to the Center by providing psychiatric diagnostic, evaluation, and treatment services of the highest quality attainable at a reasonable cost to the Commonwealth in coordination with the family, community services, and the professional community. The Center’s services are provided to Virginia’s youth toward the goal of improvement in their lives and development of their fullest potential.

The Mission of the CCCA Nursing Department is to skillfully assess children for medical and mental health concerns when admitted for acute psychiatric care. The Registered Nurse responsibility is to report accurate information to the psychiatrist, who will then give direction to the RNs regarding appropriate medication and treatment regime to put into place for the patient.

Competitive salaries

Competitive Shift Differentials

• 1st shift weekend-$5.50 per hour
• 2nd shift-weekday-$5.50 per hour/2nd shift weekend/holidays-$6.00 per hour
• 3rd shift-weekday-$4.00 per hour/3rd shift weekend/holidays-$7.00 per hour

Exceptional State Benefits Include

• 13 paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days, 9 paid sick days and 4+ paid family personal days per year; Family Medical Leave, Short- and Long-term disability coverage; Low-cost, comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance benefits; Group life and optional life insurance, and Flexible Reimbursement accounts.

Other State Benefits Include

• Internships, Career Ladders and Continuing Education Opportunities
• Referral Bonuses
• Student Loan Repayment opportunities
• Virginia 529 College Savings Plan may be available for this role
• Relocation Reimbursement may be available for this role
• State Employee Discounts and More!

Minimum Qualifications

• Competent in KSA’s of RN Manager I
• Knowledge of child & adolescent psychiatric nursing practices
• Supervises RN & RN II, Mentors, Psychiatric Nursing Assistant Coach and Psychiatric Nursing Assistants providing mentoring, direction and guidance & work direction as necessary.
• Possesses the ability to teach others with the ability to relate effectively with individuals and groups
• Maintains all competencies as out lined within employee’s discipline at CCCA
• Working knowledge of illness and treatment modalities, and ability to use nursing process, principles, practices and techniques to provide patient care
• Skilled in multi-tasking in a high stress environment while working with a variety of clients
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and work productively within a team environment
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills/ability to relate to a variety of stakeholders including

patients, parents and patient representatives, members of the interdisciplinary treatment team, and employees at all levels of the organization

Proficient with the use of computers and electronic health records

Ability to pass and maintain T.O., DEFUSE, UKERU and CPR certification .

Active RN License is required.

Additional Considerations

Nursing Degree is a plus.

Supervisory experience is a plus.

Experience working with Children and Adolescents or a mental health setting is a plus.

DBHDS 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. Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

Contact Information

Name: John Lee

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.

DBHDS facilities are no longer required to ensure that all staff members are vaccinated against COVID-19. However, facilities encourage and educate staff on the benefits, and continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination programs to staff, residents/clients. Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of Disability go to: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at [phone] for assistance.