RN (Night Shift 11:00pm-07:30am)

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a leading community partner providing acute, residential, and Partial Hospitalization treatment for children and teens exhibiting behavioral and/or mental health concerns. The hospital provides high quality care to children, adolescents and their families using quality, evidence-based practice treatments. Founded in 1986, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a 106-bed hospital facility accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). Website: Position Description The Registered Nurse is responsible for planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of nursing care on assigned unit for residents and patients. Adheres to Nursing Standards and Policies, Facility Policies and Procedures and the Nurse Practice Act. Job Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for nursing care based on the nursing process and in compliance with facility policies and procedures. Monitor, report, and document the residents/patient's behavior and physiological status. Administer medications and perform treatments/procedures in compliance with facility and nursing services, policies, and procedures. Guide the response to residents who are behaviorally out of control or who may be experiencing a medical or behavioral crisis in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, Medical Staff with delineated privileges and Physician. Responsible for demonstrating clinical competence in the delivery of direct patient care and the implementation of the milieu management program. Report accurately and concisely to oncoming shifts regarding conditions of residents both medically and psychiatrically. $10,000 Sign-on Bonus for this position Benefit Highlights Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Tuition Reimbursement program and student loan refinancing Employee Assistant Program (EAP) Life Insurance and Disability Insurances Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Wellness Programs and other voluntary benefits Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website UHS Benefits Service Center. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited nursing program with active licensure and registration by the Virginia Board of Nurse Examiners, as a Registered Nurse; bachelor's or master's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience that meets the education, knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience as a Registered Nurse, providing clinical care, generally equivalent to 1 or more years; experience in behavioral health strongly preferred. Knowledge of general addictions and psychiatric nursing process, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting crisis and behavior management strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Skill in the use of computer systems and software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel). Must be able to handle multiple competing tasks, with minimum supervision, and take initiative on matters of revolving urgency. Licensure & Certification Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia or compact authority, as a Registered Nurse. CPR certification required. Shift Details Night shift (11:00 pm – 7:30 am) with rotating weekends and holidays. Physical Requirements The physical requirements for this position include being able to stand, squat, kneel, sit, and lie on the floor for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. of weight. Must be able to read, write clearly, talk, and listen. Must be 21 years old or older. Exposure Categories Blood borne disease exposure category: Category I. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr