RN II-Admissions Office

Overview

Western State Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse II for our Admissions unit for the third shift. Join a supportive, mission‑driven team located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley.

Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Flexible shift options are available: (2) 12‑hour shifts and (2) 8‑hour shifts per week, or (5) 8‑hour shifts per week (includes every other weekend).

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 supportive setting, and participate actively in interdisciplinary treatment planning. You will also implement safe practices for seclusion/restraint use and promote recovery‑focused outcomes in a positive therapeutic environment.

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

• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or Compact licensure).
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff with effective communication written, verbal, and sign.
• Ability to participate in an interdisciplinary team and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Experience creating training material and maintaining a training program is preferred.
• Prior experience as a Nurse Supervisor or training is preferred.
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed, person‑centered, and relationship‑based nursing philosophy of care.
• Ability to work overtime due to staffing emergencies in a 24‑hour, 7‑day‑per‑week psychiatric hospital, including 16‑hour shifts when necessary.
• Complete all annual competency training, including TO III with physical restraints.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrate knowledge of recovery/trauma‑informed care.

• Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution or higher education.
• Veteran or Spouse of Veteran.
• Bilingual – Spanish.

• Compensation and Shift Differentials
  • Starting Salary: RN II starts at $84,417, with additional compensation based on experience, education, and certifications.
  • Shift Differentials: 3rd Shift Weekday $4.00/hr; 3rd Shift Weekend/Holidays $7.00/hr.
  • Voluntary overtime available; staff required to work 4 hrs of mandatory overtime each week.
  • Total compensation value begins at $127,470, including salary, paid time off, and benefits.
• Paid Time Off
  • 13 Paid Holidays.
  • 12 Vacation Days.
  • 8 Sick Days.
  • 4 Family/Personal Days annually.
• Insurance Options
  • Low‑cost, comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance.
  • Short‑ and 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.

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  during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

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.

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.S. Military Reserve members to apply.

Name:
Elizabeth Weber
Phone:
Email: elizabeth.weberginia.gov