Night Shift Behavioral Health RN — Make a Difference

Brown University Health; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health's Newport Hospital is seeking a professional registered nurse to act as a patient advocate and apply the nursing process under the Nurse Manager. The role reflects the age-specific needs of patients and requires leadership with LPNs and CNAs.

Night shifts are offered, 12-hour daily hours, with Monday–Friday schedule and every other weekend/holiday. The position emphasizes collaboration, policy adherence, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in the state of Rhode Island.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act.
• Ability to provide care across the life span with cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and reports deviations from patient norms and treatment responses.
• Provides basic comfort and supports activities of daily living.
• Prioritizes patient assignments and seeks guidance when needed.
• Documents nursing assessments and interventions and evaluates outcomes.
• Maintains quality and safety standards and participates in meetings.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient advocacy

Team leadership

BLS certified

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Brown University Health's Newport Hospital is seeking a professional registered nurse to act as a patient advocate and apply the nursing process under the Nurse Manager. The role reflects the age-specific needs of patients and requires leadership with LPNs and CNAs.

Night shifts are offered, 12-hour daily hours, with Monday–Friday schedule and every other weekend/holiday. The position emphasizes collaboration, policy adherence, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.