Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse I

Title: Registered Nurse I
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Location: Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute
Pay Band: 4
Hiring Range: Starting Salary $89,253

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care of individuals with serious mental illness in both acute and chronic phases.
• Think critically to manage multiple priorities and complex care situations.
• Formulate and implement broad‑based nursing actions and individualized treatment interventions.
• Lead group dynamics and supervise staff performance, providing actionable feedback and delegation in accordance with regulations.
• Collaborate, problem‑solve, and negotiate with the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and all departments and disciplines.
• Utilize effective oral and written communication skills.
• Apply knowledge of pharmacology, psychiatric and physical conditions, and the biopsychosocial needs of patients.

• Active RN license to practice in VA or license eligible; multi‑state compact endorsement accepted.

• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Bachelor’s Science in Nursing.

The institution offers a comprehensive benefit package including four health insurance plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, and annual and sick leave.

Applications must be submitted online via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Faxed, e‑mailed, or mailed applications will not be accepted. The posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

Name:
Sahar Attai
Phone: 703‑207‑7202
Email: sahar.attaiginia.gov

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 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. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants should provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) or an AHP Letter from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are also encouraged to submit their veteran status and disability documentation.