Registered nurse(Psych/Behavior) (Nights) - Locust Grove, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Registered nurse(Psych/Behavior) (Nights) - Locust Grove, VA
Schedule: Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
Pay: $45-$47/hour

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Behavioral Health team. This role provides critical support in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment and delivering high-quality medical care for clients. The RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assist direct care staff, and ensure effective coordination of healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop care plans.

• Administer medications, including injections (IM, PPD, Long-Acting Antipsychotics) per physician orders.

• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, medication administration, and care provided.

• Coordinate pharmacy and laboratory orders, ensuring timely refills and delivery.

• Monitor and secure controlled medications per policy.

• Provide education to residents and families regarding medications and treatment plans.

• Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure continuity of care.

• Maintain infection control standards within the facility.

• Foster a therapeutic environment and provide individualized counseling as needed.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Active RN license in Virginia.

• BLS/CPR certification.

• Valid driver's license.

• 1+ years of RN experience (psychiatric nursing experience strongly desired).

• Strong knowledge of nursing procedures, the nursing process, and medication administration.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs.

• Capable of prolonged standing, walking, and other physical activities as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates.

• Comprehensive benefits package available for full-time staff.

Company Description

We are one of the leading healthcare staffing companies in the US. Our ethos is to deliver the best healthcare staffing solutions to both job seekers and employers.

The experts at Protouch are specialized in sourcing highly skilled healthcare professionals.

Company Description

We are one of the leading healthcare staffing companies in the US. Our ethos is to deliver the best healthcare staffing solutions to both job seekers and employers. \r\n\r\nThe experts at Protouch are specialized in sourcing highly skilled healthcare professionals.