AOD

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Petersburg, VA

2d•$130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027. CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Requirements

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by Virginia State Board of Nursing in the State of Virginia.
Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing
Experience in supervisory role in a hospital or nursing home setting

Nice To Haves

Experience in the field of behavioral health/psychiatric nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of pharmacology, psychiatric and physical condition, psycho-social needs of patients
Knowledge of the principles and practices of psychiatric nursing
Ability to think critically in situations that require managing multiple priorities
Ability to supervise performance of and make judgements about performance and provide action able positive and corrective feedback to others
Ability to delegate effectively and in accordance with regulations
Ability to contribute to cohesiveness of teamwork including accepting feedback from others
Ability to collaborate, problem solve, and negotiate with colleagues of the interdisciplinary Treatment Team and all departments and disciplines
Ability to utilize effective oral and written communication skills