Bon Secours Mercy Health·Portsmouth, Virginia
The RN provides comprehensive behavioral health care by assessing patient status and implementing individualized treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team. They are responsible for maintaining a safe therapeutic environment and managing the clinical milieu to ensure optimal patient recovery outcomes.
Essential Job Functions In collaboration with members of interdisciplinary teams, establishes goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient.
Collects and records nursing assessment of the physical and behavioral health status of the patient.
Effectively communicates assessment information, the nursing component, and all modifications of the plan of care to appropriate members of the treatment team and interdisciplinary team.
Applies effective interviewing skills to elicit information from patient and/or family/significant other that is necessary to plan and implement the treatment plan.
Develops, maintains, or modifies the individualized treatment plan of care.
Executes the treatment plan as developed by the provider and interdisciplinary team members.
Continuously evaluates the patient’s response to the nursing interventions, quality of patient care and care environment to ensure optimal patient outcomes are met.
Participates in the safe management of the milieu, intervening effectively with patients who are having coping difficulty, utilizing therapeutic prevention/intervention techniques.
Acts as the patient advocate.
BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification Current RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS)
Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience 1 year of RN experience (required) Recent Behavioral Health experience (preferred)
Training De-Escalation Training (preferred) EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) Training (preferred)
Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions General office environment *Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel 1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66% Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near Depth perception Use of Latex Gloves Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Adult Psychiatric Unit - Maryview It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Market context
Behavioral health RN roles in Virginia are often competitive because employers typically want an active RN license, prior nursing experience, and recent behavioral health exposure, with a BSN preferred for some openings. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the essentials faster; the listed medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off can help compare offers. If you apply, highlight direct behavioral health experience and be ready to discuss patient safety, de-escalation, and team-based care.
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