Registered Nurse (RN) Psychiatric Care

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse, Psychiatric Care (RN) - Crisis Stabilization Part-TimeHourly Pay: $38.00/hrWork Schedule: Varying Schedules Join our team at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board and embark on a rewarding career as a part-time Nurse in Psychiatric Care (RN) focused on Crisis Stabilization. Our OrganizationSince 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.The BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center is designed to serve individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. It offers a range of urgent care services, including therapy, medication management, suicide prevention, and crisis intervention. Unlike traditional emergency rooms, the facility emphasizes a peaceful and therapeutic atmosphere.Role OverviewThe Nurse, Psychiatric Care (RN) - Crisis Stabilization PT supports adults (18+) receiving short-term residential stabilization at the 16-bed Regional Crisis Stabilization Center (RCSC) within the BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center. This role exists to ensure safe, timely nursing care and medication support during acute mental health and co-occurring substance use crises.Key responsibilities include collaborating with the staff psychiatrist on prescribing workflows; administering and monitoring medications (including psychotropics); completing comprehensive nursing assessments; delivering crisis and supportive counseling; analyzing clinical information to determine appropriate nursing/medical interventions; coordinating needed medical services; and consulting with the treatment team to develop individualized care plans.Required qualifications/skills:Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Board of Nursing is requiredOne (1) year of behavioral health experience as a Registered NurseCandidates will register to practice as a QMHP trainee within the first 30 days of employmentJoin Us! If you are ready to apply your psychiatric nursing expertise in crisis stabilization, we encourage you to apply.The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.