Registered Nurse II

Hiring Range

$97,081 – $133,972 (Pay Band 5)

Location

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute, Northern VA

Job Duties

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for individuals with serious mental illness in both acute and chronic phases.
• Think critically while managing multiple priorities.
• Formulate and implement broad‑based nursing actions and individualized treatment interventions in complex care situations.
• Apply knowledge and skill in group leadership and dynamics.
• Supervise performance, make judgments, and provide actionable positive and corrective feedback.
• Delegate effectively in accordance with regulations.
• Contribute to team cohesiveness, including accepting feedback from others.
• Collaborate, problem‑solve, and negotiate with interdisciplinary treatment team members and all departments.
• Utilize effective oral and written communication skills.
• Apply knowledge of pharmacology, psychiatric and physical conditions, biopsychosocial needs, and the principles and practices of psychiatric nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in Virginia or a multistate RN license (upload required).

Additional Considerations

• BSN or higher degree in Psychiatric Nursing.
• Charge Nurse experience.

Application Process

Applications are accepted online only through PAGEUP. Resumes and supporting documents may accompany the application but do not replace it. Faxed, emailed, or mailed applications will not be accepted. A confirmation of receipt will be provided after submission. The posting remains open for a minimum of five business days.

Contact Information

Name: Sahar Attai
Phone: 703‑207‑7202
Email: sahar.attai@dbhds.virginia.gov