RN Part Time

Job Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) – Part Time State Role

Title:

RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst Hiring Range: $53.50/Hour plus shift differentials Pay Band: 5 Agency:
Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:

Western State Hospital (WSH), Shenandoah Valley, VA Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Deliver quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accountability in a secure, therapeutic environment.
• Foster healthy interpersonal interactions in adult acute admissions, geriatric, and extended rehabilitation units.
• Observe and report on interventions, treatments, behaviors, and emotional well‑being.
• Accurately document patient care and communication in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Supervise unit staff, including Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) and LPNs.
• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and perform direct one‑on‑one patient observations.
• Apply de‑escalation techniques to manage behavioral incidents.
• Administer medication and treatments as directed.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient status and care plans.

Part‑time shift options on the 2nd or 3rd shift. Successful candidates must be available for 12‑hour shifts on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., or 8‑hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Part‑time RNs are required to work a minimum of 64 hours per month and must work 4 hours on either Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day, plus 4 hours on another holiday.

• 1st shift weekends and holidays: $5.50/hr.
• 2nd shift weekdays $5.50/hr.; on weekends and holidays: $6.00/hr.
• 3rd shift weekdays $4.00/hr.; on weekends and holidays: $7.00/hr.

• Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff and communicate effectively (written, verbal, and sign).
• Participate in interdisciplinary team and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Work overtime during staffing emergencies in a 24‑hour, 7‑day psychiatric hospital, including potential 16‑hour shifts.
• Complete all annual competency training, including TOVA III with physical restraints.
• Maintain BLS certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association.

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution, Psych Nursing experience, Veteran or Veteran Spouse status, bilingual in Spanish.

Applicants will receive confirmation of receipt upon successful submission. Refer to “Your Application” in your account to check status.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities. Contact Human Resources at (540‑332‑8300) for assistance. Veterans are encouraged to provide veteran status and disability documentation. EEO/AA/TTY.

Western State Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

Name:
Elizabeth Weber
Phone: 540‑332‑8056
Email: elizabeth.weberginia.gov