New Grad RN - Behavioral Health

Tenet Healthcare; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking new graduate RNs to join their innovative program in behavioral health. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. You will be part of a supportive community, gaining hands-on experience while developing essential clinical and critical thinking skills. The program emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring you are well-prepared for your nursing career. Join a recognized healthcare system that values your growth and commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school or current enrollment with graduation within 12 months.
• Required certifications: current license and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

Delegation

Critical Thinking

Holistic Patient Care

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school

Job description

New Grad RN and Extern Programs Available in Behavioral Health!

Hiring for all units - Adult, Geriatric, and Adolescent - at Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick, MA!

Working in Behavioral Health, you will see firsthand the positive impact you have on the lives of individuals and their families facing mental health challenges. You will join a team that focuses on mental health safety, stability, and empowerment, playing a crucial role in helping individuals develop healthy coping strategies, resilience, positive thought patterns, and problem-solving skills.

Leonard Morse Hospital offers specialized certification in de-escalation Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training. In this high-demand profession, you will work collaboratively with Psychiatry, Medical NPs, RNs, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, and Human Rights Officers.

APPLY TODAY!

We are recruiting for Spring 2025 graduates. Consider applying to be part of our supportive community of clinical educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents. Our new grad program emphasizes hands-on learning to develop clinical and critical thinking skills essential for your transition from student to RN.

About Us

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community healthcare system between Worcester and Boston, committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive care close to home. The 307-bed regional system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick, and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center was named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

Our 12-month new graduate RN program offers an innovative curriculum focused on building a strong foundation for your nursing career. It helps you develop delegation, prioritization, holistic patient care, interdisciplinary communication, and professional relationships. You will gain experience across different shifts, patient populations, and unit cultures.

Job Responsibilities

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide safe and competent patient care. Specifically, assess, plan, and deliver direct nursing care to assigned patients. Supervise staff to whom nursing care is delegated.

Onboarding Process: Candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening, including a drug screen.

Education

Required: Graduation from an accredited or state-approved nursing school, or current enrollment with a graduation date within 12 months.

Not yet a graduate? We offer externships to build your skills and gain hands-on experience. These externships are excellent opportunities to learn about MetroWest Medical Center and the culture of your preferred units.

Certifications

Required: Current license, certification, or registration to practice as required by law or policy; CPR certification.

Tenet complies with laws regarding mandatory vaccination. If offered this position, you must show proof of full vaccination or obtain a religious or medical exemption before your start date. Exempted individuals will need to undergo regular testing as per law.