Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Virginia
Psychiatric nurse jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in hospital systems, community mental health centers, correctional health programs, and veterans' services from the Northern Virginia suburbs through Richmond and Hampton Roads. Most openings fall in the Richmond metro, Northern Virginia, and the Virginia Beach-Norfolk area, where employers like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain significant psychiatric and behavioral health programs. In-demand specialties include inpatient adult psychiatry, crisis stabilization, child and adolescent behavioral health, and geriatric psychiatry, with positions available at every level from new-grad RN to senior clinical nurse specialist. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant for Newport News/Hampton- Full-Time
Mid-Atlantic Long Term Care has recently added several communities throughout the Newport News/Hampton area. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Providers to join our growing team in the beautiful Hampton Roads region of Virginia. We are a group of 200 providers currently serving 150+ Long Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Continuous Care Retirement Communities for over 25 years.
We pride ourselves in providing exceptional care to our residents and facilities. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, treat and manage psychopharmacological treatments for individuals with mental health disorders, ensuring patient-centered care.
Do you have a passion for caring for older adults? Are you looking for autonomy? We offer flexibility and the opportunity to work with seniors in caring environments.
Our Core Values are:
Making a Difference
Achieving Goals
Legacy of Excellence
Teamwork
Compassion
MALTC has a provider productivity business model that provides you the time and support to deliver expert geriatric care.
Qualifications:
· Requires licensing in the State of Virginia.
· Experience working with the geriatric population (preferred)
· Masters degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records systems
- Must possess effective communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and facility staff
Job Type: Full-time In Person
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Malpractice insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Mental health
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatric nurse jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia RN license or multistate compact license recognized in Virginia
- Current BLS certification and ACLS or CPI certification preferred by most employers
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required for most hospital-based psychiatric nursing roles
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Demonstrated knowledge of mental health assessment, de-escalation, and therapeutic communication
- Ability to pass a Virginia criminal background check including sex offender registry review
Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse in Virginia?
To become a psychiatric nurse in Virginia, you must hold an active RN license issued or recognized by the Virginia Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam after completing an accredited nursing program. A BSN is the standard entry point for hospital-based psychiatric roles. Many nurses then pursue the Registered Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center to qualify for specialized positions.
How much do psychiatric nurses make in Virginia?
Psychiatric nurses in Virginia earn a median of about $93,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,830 for the lowest 10% to over $125,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatric nurses in Virginia?
Employers hiring psychiatric nurses in Virginia right now include Milestone, UltaCare Medical, and LifeStance Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's large integrated health systems, community services boards, and VA medical centers across the state are consistently among the most active sources of psychiatric nursing openings.
Which Virginia cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?
Roanoke, Richmond, and Lynchburg are the Virginia cities with the most psychiatric nurse openings. Richmond leads because of VCU Health and the concentration of state psychiatric facilities nearby, Northern Virginia draws volume from Inova's hospital network and proximity to major federal health programs, and Hampton Roads reflects Sentara Healthcare's regional footprint alongside several Veterans Affairs facilities.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 70% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most psychiatric nursing roles. The sub-specialty most likely to offer remote or telehealth work is telepsychiatry triage and care coordination, where nurses consult and follow up with patients outside of inpatient settings.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate nurse residency programs run by large Virginia health systems like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare, which include psychiatric or behavioral health rotations. Lateral moves from medical-surgical or emergency nursing are common because those roles build assessment and crisis skills that psychiatric units value. Completing the Virginia Board of Nursing licensure process promptly and obtaining BLS certification before applying puts new candidates in a stronger position.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Virginia employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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