Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psychiatry - Wage
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) works on UVA Health’s 25-bed adult acute inpatient psychiatric unit, a licensed, non-forensic, milieu-based behavioral health unit. The unit cares for adults experiencing acute psychiatric conditions and provides exposure to primary psychiatric diagnoses, medical detoxification, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and substance use disorder support. As a clinician and member of the interdisciplinary care team, the RN provides direct patient care to complex behavioral health patients, develops and manages individualized treatment plans, and collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal outcomes. The role combines hands-on nursing care with patient advocacy, care coordination, team collaboration, and developing leadership responsibilities. The RN is expected to expand clinical knowledge, psychiatric nursing expertise, and leadership skills, and to contribute to compassionate, patient-centered care. UVA Health supports professional governance, career development, continuing education, and leadership growth.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- 1 year of relevant experience.
- Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care for adult behavioral health patients.
- Perform ongoing assessments and monitor changes in patient condition.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses and outcomes.
- Support patients experiencing acute psychiatric and behavioral health crises.
- Partner with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in treatment planning and care coordination.
- Collaborate with patients and families to promote recovery-focused care and successful transitions of care.
- Practice in accordance with ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
- Seek and provide constructive feedback to improve clinical practice.
- Serve as a collaborative team member while developing emerging leadership skills.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Benefits
- Professional governance
- Career development
- Continuing education
- Leadership growth
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
