Mental Health RN — EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Bedford, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Mental Health service at the Bedford VA Healthcare System.

This full-time position (40 hours/week) focuses on patient-centered, recovery-oriented care for patients with substance use and mental health conditions. The RN will participate in psychoeducational groups, use therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques, and support safe medication management and care planning in a demanding clinical

Qualifications

• English proficiency required per VA policy.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with state license.
• Ability to work in high-stress environments and deliver complex patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered, recovery-oriented mental health care.
• Attend and lead psychoeducational groups.
• Use therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques.
• Ensure safe medication management and report care needs.
• Maintain nursing assessments and care documentation.

Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Bedford, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Mental Health service at the Bedford VA Healthcare System.

This full-time position (40 hours/week) focuses on patient-centered, recovery-oriented care for patients with substance use and mental health conditions. The RN will participate in psychoeducational groups, use therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques, and support safe medication management and care planning in a demanding clinical