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RN II-Admissions Office Float

Title: RN II-Admissions Office Float

State Role Title: RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Western State Hospital is currently recruiting for an RN II for the Admissions Office/Float position. The RN II Admissions Office/Float provides professional nursing coverage for the Western State Hospital Admissions Office and serves as a hospital-wide float RN when Admissions Office coverage is not required. The RN II completes the nursing admission process for newly admitted patients, provides age-appropriate psychiatric nursing care, develops and implements individualized nursing care plans, administers medications and treatments, responds to behavioral and medical emergencies, and ensures timely and accurate clinical documentation. This position provides coverage for the Admissions Office nurse during leave and may be assigned to inpatient units by the Scheduling Office, Shift Supervisor, or Administrator on Duty based on hospital staffing and patient-care needs. When assigned to a unit, the RN II may perform charge nurse responsibilities, coordinate staff assignments, communicate significant patient and staffing concerns, and promote safe, effective delivery of nursing care. The RN II also serves as a clinical resource and role model for nursing staff, assists with the orientation and training of new employees, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, participates in performance improvement activities, and supports WSH's recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approach to patient care. The position requires flexibility, strong clinical judgment, effective communication and leadership skills, and the ability to transition between Admissions Office responsibilities and inpatient nursing assignments based on operational needs.

Position Overview Purpose of this position is to provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic environment for a specific patient population in a 24-hour 7 day a week psychiatric hospital that conforms to care and treatment policies and procedures and demonstrates knowledge of population specific needs and competencies.

Who We Are Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation "Learning" programs. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work. DBHDS is seeking dedicated, experienced Registered Nurse Professionals. A Registered Nurse II at DBHDS is responsible for providing advanced nursing care for patients with psychiatric disorders in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, as well as nursing standards and regulations. Registered Nurses are also responsible safely implementing the use of Seclusion/Restraints including knowledge of physical/emotional risk factors of the patients served at the facility.

Provides leadership in performance management by clearly communicating unit goals, coaching and mentoring staff, delivering constructive feedback, and addressing performance concerns in a timely and well-documented manner.

• Ensures staff competency by providing ongoing education, identifying training needs, documenting completed education, and collaborating with RNCB/RNC regarding staff performance and development.
• Promotes a safe and therapeutic environment by conducting monthly environmental rounds, monitoring safety issues, and modeling professional behavior and recovery-oriented principles.
• and collaborates with scheduling, shift leadership, and other unit RNs.
• Provides direct patient care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices, including medication administration, assessment of patient status, documentation of care, and active engagement in treatment planning.
• Monitors patient and milieu acuity through regular rounding, promptly reports significant clinical changes to supervisors and physicians, and ensures accurate documentation on patient tracking tools.
• Participates in interdisciplinary collaboration by exchanging clinical information, contributing to patient education and clinical evaluations, and engaging in Psychosocial Rehabilitation programs through group leadership or curriculum support.
• Demonstrates professional development by completing required annual competencies, maintaining BLS certification, completing the core competency packet, and providing in-service training to nursing staff.
• Supports unit reliability and teamwork by maintaining dependable attendance, responding to emergencies, assisting coworkers, accepting pull assignments, and flexing schedule or working extended shifts to meet patient care needs.
• Upholds professional nursing standards by effectively delegating tasks, supervising staff, practicing trauma-informed care, and utilizing critical thinking skills to recommend improvements and problem-solve within the clinical setting.

Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Ability to work overtime due to staffing emergencies in a 24-hour 7 day per week psychiatric hospital which at times may mean working a 16-hour shift if and when necessary. Complete all annual competency training to include TOVA III with physical restraints Complete and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association Demonstrates knowledge of recovery/trauma informed care.

Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution or higher education. Psych Nursing Experience Trained in IV cannulation, tube feeding, catheter, ostomy and wound care preferred Veteran or Veteran Spouse Bilingual in Spanish

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements: Applications and rsums for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or rsum. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; Applications/rsums will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io during business hours (8:00 a.m. Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

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In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DAR