What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (Psychiatry) position at Serenity Mental Health Centers?
Registered Nurse (Psychiatry)
Location: Alexandria, VA
Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week | No Sundays
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience
Deliver infusion-based psychiatric care in a supportive outpatient setting focused on patient safety, comfort, and balance.
This role is well suited for RNs with strong IV skills who value meaningful patient interaction and a calm clinical environment.
About the Role
- Provide psychiatric infusion care in an outpatient clinic setting
- Monitor patients closely to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate treatment
- Support a patient-centered experience throughout each visit
Key Responsibilities
- Administer ketamine infusions via IV while following established protocols
- Monitor patient responses and provide reassurance throughout treatment
- Educate patients and families on the infusion process and expectations
- Maintain thorough, compliant clinical documentation
- Follow medication safety, sterile technique, and infection control standards
- Assist with telehealth support when not administering infusions
- Remain flexible and collaborate with team members as needed
Requirements (Must-Haves)
- Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
- Strong IV placement and management skills
- Knowledge of medications, sterile techniques, and infection control
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt in a collaborative outpatient clinical environment
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience in psychiatric, infusion, or outpatient nursing
- Background in behavioral health, wellness, or recovery-focused care
- Comfort supporting patients through emotional or vulnerable moments
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Three 12-hour shifts per week with alternating Saturdays with no Sundays
- 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio in an outpatient clinic
- 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 10 PTO days (15 after first year) 10 paid holidays
- Employee referral program
About Serenity Healthcare
Serenity Healthcare provides advanced, evidence-based psychiatric treatments for individuals who have not found relief through traditional care. Through innovative outpatient services and a compassionate, patient-first approach, we help people take back their lives.
Serenity Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.