Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Location: Western State Hospital, 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.
About the Role
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide autonomous psychiatric care to patients on assigned unit(s). Western State Hospital is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, serving adults with serious mental health needs. The hospital is nationally recognized for its Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs and provides a modern clinical setting with a therapeutic environment for patients.
Employees enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct psychiatric care of patients on the assigned unit, including psychiatric assessment, patient and family interviews, and indicated psychotherapies (individual, group, and family therapy).
- Plan and implement psychiatric, medical, and behavioral rehabilitation treatment plans for patients.
- Review orders, emergency decisions, and treatment plans made by others for patients on the service.
- Provide cross-coverage on other units when the attending physician or PMHNP is absent.
- Supervise psychiatric nurse practitioner students.
- Review case formulations, treatment plans, documentation, and other activities of nursing students on the service.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner with Autonomous Practice and Prescriptive Authority in Virginia.
- Active DEA prior to the approval of clinical privilege(s).
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off (sick time, family/personal time).
- Retirement with cash match.
Pay
Hiring range: $133,023 to $183,571.
Additional Considerations
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Veterans or veteran spouses are encouraged to apply.