Western State Hospital RN II-Admissions Office
State Role Title RN IINurse Practitioner Physician Assistant Hiring Range Starting pay $84,417 Salary increases with experience Pay Band 5 Agency Dept Behavioral Health Develop Location Western State Hospital Agency Website https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh Recruitment Type General Public - G Job Duties Western State Hospital is hiring Registered Nurse II for our Admissions unit for 3rd shift. The schedule is as follows: Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Make a meaningful difference in behavioral health care while growing your professional career. Western State Hospital, a leader in psychiatric treatment and recovery, is seeking experienced Registered Nurses II for 3rd shift positions. Join a supportive mission-driven team in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley.
Who We Are Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 302-bed Joint Commission and CMS-accredited psychiatric facility nestled in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation Learning programs.
We are proud to be a leader in behavioral health care innovation and patient-centered outcomes. Our team of compassionate, highly skilled professionals is committed to recovery, self-determination, and wellness for all individuals we serve.
What We Offer
• Flexible Schedules • 2-12 hour shifts and 2-8 hour shifts per week or 5-8 hour shifts per week • Includes every other weekend • Starting Salary • RN II starts at $84,418 with additional compensation based on experience, education, and certification • Total compensation value begins at $127,470, including salary, paid time off, and benefits • Generous Shift Differential • 3rd Shift Weekday: $4.00 hour • 3rd Shift Weekend: $7.00 hour • Overtime • Voluntary overtime is available based on hospital needs; you can pick overtime on your day off or pick extra hours after your shift • Every member of staff at WSH is required to work 4 hours of mandatory overtime every week • Outstanding State Benefits • Generous Paid Time Off • 13 Paid Holidays • 12 Vacation Days • 8 Sick Days • 4 Family and Personal Days annually • Comprehensive Insurance Options • Low-cost comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance • Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage • Group Life and Optional Life Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • Career Development & Financial Perks • Student Loan Repayment Opportunities • Career Ladders & Continuing Education Support • Training Opportunities • Referral Bonuses • Exclusive State Employee Discounts
About the Role As a Registered Nurse II, you will: • Provide advanced, compassionate nursing care to individuals with psychiatric and co-occurring disorders • Follow hospital protocols and professional standards in a highly structured and supportive setting • Participate actively in interdisciplinary treatment planning • Implement safe practices for seclusion and restraint use, understanding the physical and emotional needs of each patient • Promote recovery-focused outcomes and a positive therapeutic environment
Your Impact Starts Here DBHDS and Western State Hospital are committed to building a life of possibilities for all Virginians. If you are an experienced RN ready to bring your skills and passion to a forward-thinking team, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of behavioral health.
Minimum Qualifications • Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff • Effective communication, written, verbal, and signed • 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 may mean working a 16-hour shift if and when necessary • Complete all annual competency training, including TOVA III with physical restraints • Complete and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association • Demonstrates knowledge of recovery and trauma-informed care
Additional Considerations • Bachelors and Masters Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution or higher education • Psych nursing experience preferred • Veteran or Spouse of Veteran • Bilingual - Spanish
Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Requirements Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginias Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
Background Investigation All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks, State Police, FBI, local agency checks, Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code § 37.2-314 and § 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers individuals convicted of specific barrier crimes or those with pending barrier charges.
Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at 540-332-8300 during business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
Equal Opportunity The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists. Sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans V3 certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.
Contact Information Name: Elizabeth Weber Phone: 540-332-8056 Email:
elizabeth.weber@dbhds.virginia.gov