Inova Fairfax Hospital  is seeking experienced Behavioral Health RNs to join the Emergency team at Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center.  This is a full-time position (7pm-7am, with rotating weekends).  Rotation through all shifts during orientation (Days, Mids, & Night shifts).

This position will work with patients seeking behavioral health treatment, including medical clearance, acute stabilization, and care pending inpatient placement. 

There is an opportunity for interested nurses to learn and develop Emergency Nursing skills.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.” 

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus offers you: 

We are the 3rd busiest ED in the nation! Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center Magnet recognized Rated one of Nurse Journal’s BEST hospitals for Nurses in 2023 Experienced behavioral health nurses and Overflow unit assist the team in caring for non-emergency patients Joint Commission Gold Seal for Stroke Care America's 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ from Healthgrades

Featured Benefits:

Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.  Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.  Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.  Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost. Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities. 

Behavioral Health ER Nurse Responsibilities:

Provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery team. Conduct all patient care in a patient and family-centered manner. Use an integrated approach toward patient outcomes Utilize standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery.

Behavioral Health ER Nurse Requirements:

Experience: a minimum of one year of Registered Nurse clinical experience in the acute care setting.  Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date License: Must be RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN. Certification: BLS for Healthcare Provider certification through American Heart Association required Proficient in English.  Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others Proficient computer skills required.

Behavioral Health ER Nurse Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer two years of acute care behavioral health experience.