RN II-Admissions Office

Contact Information

Name:
Elizabeth Weber

Phone:

Email: elizabeth.weberginia.gov

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Title:

RN II-Admissions Office

State Role

Title:

RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Hiring Range:
Starting pay $84,417 (Salary increases with experience)

Pay Band: 5

Agency:
Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:

Western State Hospital

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Western State Hospital is hiring Registered Nurse II for our Admissions unit for 3rd shift.

Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

As a Registered Nurse II, you will:

• Provide advanced, compassionate nursing care to individuals with psychiatric and co-occurring disorders
• Follow hospital protocols and professional standards in a highly structured and supportive setting
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Implement safe practices for seclusion/restraint use, understanding the physical and emotional needs of each patient
• Promote recovery-focused outcomes and a positive therapeutic environment

Your Impact Starts Here

DBHDS and Western State Hospital are committed to building a life of possibilities for all Virginians. If you are an experienced RN ready to bring your skills and passion to a forward-thinking team, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of behavioral health.

Contact our recruitment team for more information about this opportunity.

• Flexible Schedules:
• (2) 12-hour shifts and (2) 8-hour shifts per week, or
• (5) 8-hour shifts per week
• Includes every other weekend
• Starting Salary: RN II starts at $84,418, with additional compensation based on experience, education, and certifications
• Total compensation value begins at $127,470, including salary, paid time off, and benefits
• Generous Shift Differentials:
• 3rd Shift Weekday: $4.00/hour
• 3rd Shift Weekend/Holidays: $7.00/hour
• Overtime:
  Voluntary overtime is available based on the hospital needs, you can pick overtime on your day off or pick extra hours after your shift.
• Every member of staff at WSH is required to work 4hrs of mandatory overtime every week.

• Generous Paid Time Off:
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 12 Vacation Days
• 8 Sick Days
• 4 Family/Personal Days annually
• Comprehensive Insurance Options:
• Low-cost, comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life and Optional Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Career Development & Financial Perks:
• Student Loan Repayment Opportunities
• Career Ladders & Continuing Education Support
• Training Opportunities
• Referral Bonuses Exclusive State Employee Discounts

• to delegate and supervise nursing staff. Effective communication (written, verbal and sign).
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary Ability team. 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 Masters Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution or higher education.

Veteran or Spouse of Veteran

Bilingual - Spanish

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé 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 résumés 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 résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

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