Registered Nurse -Behavioral Health

UHS•Portsmouth, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

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 7 - 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. We are a TRICARE®-approved and certified facility. The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Behavioral Health Center provides direct patient care to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders. The RN is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care in a safe, compassionate, and therapeutic environment. This role focuses on stabilization, recovery support, and patient advocacy while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Evaluating all aspects of nursing care on assigned unit for residents ages 07-17. Adheres to Nursing Standards and Policies, Facility Policies and Procedures and the Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Demonstrates knowledge of risk factors for violence and determining potential for violent acting out and ability to assess suicidal/homicidal ideations.
  • Good verbal and written skills, ability to rotate shifts and programs as necessary, ability to maintain confidentiality of resident information.

Nice To Haves

  • Prefer experience with children and adolescents in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program.
  • New Nurses will be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluating all aspects of nursing care on assigned unit for residents ages 07-17.
  • Adheres to Nursing Standards and Policies, Facility Policies and Procedures and the Nurse Practice Act.

Benefits

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
  • Pet Insurance
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