Nurse Practitioner

Title: Nocturnist - Nurse Practitioner

State Role Title: RN III/Nurse Prct II

Hiring Range: Starting Pay $128,524 (Salary commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

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Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care
Western State Hospital | Staunton, VA

Who We Are
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 302-bed Joint Commission/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.

About the Role
As a full time Nocturnist - NP, you will serve in a clinical float position to meet nighttime OD coverage; perform required admission assessments of patients brought to the hospital and respond to acute medical/psychiatric needs of all inpatients for the duration of the on-call period; collaborate with on-call admission coordinator regarding any afterhours referrals to determine appropriateness of admission and medical clearance; and assess and manage acute medical conditions in consultation with on-call primary care providers.

What We Offer
Competitive Salary
- Nocturnist - NP starts at $128,524 with additional compensation based on experience, education, certifications and autonomous licensure status.
- Total compensation value begins at $191,514, including salary, paid time off, and benefits
Outstanding State Benefits
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 12 Vacation Days
- 8 Sick Days
- 4 Family/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)
- Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

- Completion of approved educational program for Nurse Practitioner
- Knowledge and experience as an NP
- Active, unrestricted RN and NP licenses in the Commonwealth of VA
- Active Virginia DEA number prior to approval of clinical privilege
professional NP certification, current BLS certification.

Additional Considerations

- Bilingual
- Veteran or Veteran Spouse

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.

Are you a Nurse Practitioner passionate about whole-person care and meaningful patient outcomes? Join our team at Western State Hospital (WSH), where you'll provide primary medical care to individuals in a collaborative, recovery-focused mental health setting. Your skills and compassion will help shape a healthier future for those who need it most.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: 540-332-8306

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer