Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatric – Rappahannock General HospitalThe Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient statusImplementing clinical nursing interventionsHaving a highly diverse medical skillsetDeveloping and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomesEnsuring a safe and therapeutic environmentEssential Functions:Provide direct patient care according to the provider's prescribed plan of care (and nursing scope of practice) while closely monitoring progress/recoveryAssess and documents the patient's conditions and report changes as neededAdminister medication, insulin, and IV/fluids, documenting thoroughlyInspect and care for wounds, changing dressings and assisting with personal hygieneApplies effective interviewing skills to elicit information from patient and/or family/significant other that is necessary to plan and implement the treatment planAssess patient for further injuries, infections, bedsores, etc. and deliver appropriate treatmentsCollaborate with providers, aides, and allied health professionals to ensure exceptional patient outcomesOther duties as assignedEducation:Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)Certifications:Current state licensure (or covered compact licensure) as a Registered Nurse (RN)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS)Experience:One (1) year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN)Recent Behavioral Health experience (preferred, not required)Training:EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred, not required)De-Escalation Training (preferred, not required)Range:Minimum: $34.33Maximum: $54.93As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.What we offer:Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discountsPaid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and eldersTuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.