Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Incredible Health; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best Places to Work recognition

Community hospital

Cross training

Level 3 trauma center

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health is hiring a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health in Methuen, MA. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments, psychotropic medication management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver care.

The position requires a BSN or higher and an active RN license, with 1+ year(s) in behavioral health. Candidates should be adept at therapeutic communication and confidentiality per ANA standards.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program.
• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• 1+ years experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and administration protocols.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and ANA ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects.
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on mental health topics.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care including discharge planning and aftercare.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Psychotropic medications knowledge

Therapeutic communication

Patient confidentiality

Education

BSN or higher

Active RN license

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Methuen, MA area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Behavioral health, Counseling, Intake, Medication side effects, PTSD, Psychosomatic Medication Interactions, Suicide and self harm risk assessment, or Therapeutic nurse/patient relationship.

• Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: Best Places to Work recognition, Community hospital, Cross training, Level 3 trauma center, Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $61,470 to $151,310 /year