Behavioral Health Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• BSN or ADN; ADN holders must complete a BSN within five years of the start date.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association.
• RN license and eligibility to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Proficiency in English and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others.
• Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in behavioral health nursing is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way in a physician practice or other outpatient setting.
• Integrate knowledge, skills, and experience to meet the needs of patients and families, including providing patient and family education.
• Use an integrated approach to achieve desired patient outcomes.
• Incorporate data and information to improve care and enhance outcomes.
• Help ensure improvements in practice settings.
• Provide direction and guidance to others regarding practice.
• Serve as a resource, preceptor, and mentor.
• Provide coverage at the Alexandria and Sterling clinics as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
• Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance.
• Up to $10,000 in student loan assistance.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for team members, their spouses or partners, and their children.