Primary Care Nurse Practitioner PRN

Title: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner PRN

State Role

Title:

RN III/Nurse Prct II

Hiring Range: $84/HR

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

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

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Western State Hospital is seeking a Primary Care NP PRN to provide primary medical care to patients on units assigned; review and maintain standards of appropriate medical care; perform and document medical evaluations, including comprehensive medical history and physicals and complaint directed histories and physicals for patients; provide treatment for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions or changes in same;

order and interpret routine diagnostic studies; refer patient to appropriate outside licensed physicians, clinics or other health care providers for the purpose of specialty (OB, dermatology, etc.) management or consultation as clinically indicated; and maintain all mandatory training requirements in order to establish and maintain a culture that is committed to workplace safety and health.

Location:

Western State Hospital
103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

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 its Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. 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.

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current unrestricted RN and NP licenses in the Commonwealth of Virginia with RX Authority.
• Nurse Practitioner Board Certification for FNP, AGNP, or AGACNP Specialty.
• Active Virginia DEA prior to approval of clinical privilege.

• Knowledgeable about laboratory evaluations and laboratory monitoring of psychopharmacologic agents.
• Bilingual.
• Veteran or veteran spouse.

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.
Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background Investigation:
All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. 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,…