RN Part Time
About The Position
Western State Hospital (WSH) is a state-of-the-art psychiatric facility that has been in operation since 1828 under the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just 30 minutes from major university towns, WSH is a 302-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital. Affiliated with the University of Virginia's Department of Psychiatric Medicine, it serves as a training ground for professionals in nursing, social work, psychology, and activity therapy from various institutions. Position Available: Registered Nurse (RN) WSH is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic environment for a specific patient population in its 24/7 psychiatric facility. Care will be delivered in accordance with policies and procedures, with an emphasis on patient-specific needs and competencies. Employment Details: Western State Hospital is seeking applicants for the part-time RN position on either 1st,2nd or 3rd shift. Successful candidates must be available to work 4,8, or12-hour shifts on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Monday) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. or 7 a.m-3:00 pm, 3:00 pm-11:00 pm, or 11:00 pm-7:00 am. Part-time RNs are required to work a minimum of 64 hours per month. Additionally, they must work 4 hours on either Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day, as well as 4 hours on another holiday, such as the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, or New Year’s Day.
Requirements
- Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff. Effective communication (written, verbal and sign).
- Ability to participate in interdisciplinary team. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
- Ability to work overtime due to staffing emergencies in a 24-hour 7 day per week psychiatric hospital which at times may mean working a 16-hour shift if and when necessary.
- Complete all annual competency training to include Therapeutic Option with physical restraints
- Complete and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association
- Demonstrates knowledge of recovery/trauma informed care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s and Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution or higher education.
- Psych Nursing experience
- Veteran or Veteran Spouse
- Bilingual in Spanish
Responsibilities
- Deliver quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Maintain accountability in a secure, therapeutic environment.
- Foster healthy interpersonal interactions in adult acute admissions, geriatric, and extended rehabilitation units.
- Observe and report on interventions, treatments, behaviors, and emotional wellbeing.
- Accurately document patient care and communication in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Supervise unit staff, including Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) and LPNs.
- Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and perform direct one-on-one patient observations.
- Apply de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral incidents.
- Administer medication and treatments as directed.
- Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient status and care plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
