Nurse Manager - Psychiatric

5w1 month ago

Virginia.gov

Danville, US · Full-time · $107,812 – $107,812

About this role

Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Manager to lead a team of RNs, LPNs, and Psychiatric Care Technicians in providing nursing care to adult psychiatric patients ages 18-64. This role ensures a safe and therapeutic environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The 2nd shift RN Manager oversees patient care and operations, prioritizing care according to patient acuity and managing changes in patient behavior or physical condition. This position is actively involved in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care from admission through discharge.

Working closely with other members of the treatment team, the manager provides collaborative trauma-informed psychiatric care and supervises nurses and PCTs on the second shift. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services supports recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life.

This role offers competitive shift differentials and exceptional state benefits including paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and family personal days. The position is located at a 72-bed Joint Commission accredited state mental health facility in Danville, VA.

Requirements

Current and in good standing Registered Nurse license to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or license eligible; multi-state compact endorsement accepted
Graduation from an accredited registered nurse program
Experience in psychiatric nursing
Prior supervisory experience
Valid driver's license required and must remain valid and in good standing throughout employment

Responsibilities

Lead a team of RNs, LPNs, and Psychiatric Care Technicians in providing nursing care to adult psychiatric patients
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to deliver trauma-informed psychiatric care
Prioritize care according to patient acuity and manage changes in patient behavior or physical condition
Supervise nurses and PCTs on 2nd shift and oversee patient care and operations
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care from admission through discharge
Provide supervision and support to nurses and PCTs to ensure the highest level of patient care
Work a second shift schedule (3:00-11:30 p.m.) with flexibility for weekends and holidays in rotation

Benefits

Competitive shift differentials: 2nd shift weekday $5.50/hr, 2nd shift weekend/holidays $6.00/hr
13 paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days, 8 paid sick days, and 4+ paid family personal days per year
Low-cost, comprehensive health insurance benefits through Anthem or AETNA
Student Loan Repayment opportunities
Virginia 529 College Savings Plan may be available for this role
State Employee Discounts and more