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Registered Nurse (PRN) Behavioral Health

Healthcare employer

Lynchburg, Virginia

Posted Oct 26

Unit and setting
Psych
License
RN license
Term
Per Diem

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Virginia PRN rolesVirginia PRN postings that state pay run $26/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $49/hr, across 306 postings.

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  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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Registered Nurse (PRN) Behavioral Job Type: PRN| Varied Pay Range: $34.04-$45.96 per hour Your experience matters Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®.

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital! More about our team Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new 72 bed behavioral health facility opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need.

Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment. How you'll contribute As an RN, you’ll help create a safe, supportive environment where patients receive compassionate behavioral health care. You will: Assess patients, develop individualized care plans, and document care accurately.

Monitor changes in condition, respond quickly, and communicate with the care team. Administer medications safely and follow hospital policies and nursing standards. Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care with empathy, dignity, and respect.

Support shift leadership, team collaboration, and a therapeutic patient environment. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology! What we're looking for Applicants should possess the following qualifications and

skills

Education

Graduate of an accredit nursing school with valid RN licensure.

Experience

One year or more of behavioral health experience highly preferred.

About Us

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital committed to offering exceptional care to the Lynchburg community. We are part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier ® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

EEOC Statement

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

What's around it?

In Lynchburg, VA

Lynchburg, VAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$1,073/mo
Household income
$57,947/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Lynchburg, VA

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