Registered Nurse -Behavioral Health Part-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) - Part-Time

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center offers intensive residential treatment services within a secure setting. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of youth ages 11-17 who are experiencing emotional, psychiatric and educational difficulties. In addition to our general psychiatric programs, we also offer specialty programs for youth with more serious challenges. Harbor Point and its programs are fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Educational Facilities.

We are licensed by The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education.

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of nursing care in an assigned unit for residents ages 5-18. The RN adheres to Nursing Standards and Policies, Facility Policies and Procedures, the Nurse Practice Act, and ensures patient safety.

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing
• Must be licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse or have a multi-state license
• Preferred experience with children and adolescents in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program; new nurses will be considered.
• Demonstrates knowledge of risk factors for violence and the potential for violent acting out, and ability to assess suicidal/homicidal ideations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to rotate shifts and programs as necessary, and ability to maintain confidentiality of resident information.

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