Registered Nurse Behavioral Health 32hrs 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Lawrence General Hospital; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence General Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health unit to provide exceptional patient care from 3:00pm to 11:30pm. This role involves assessing patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates will have a nursing license in Massachusetts and a background in psychiatric nursing.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a current MA license.
• BSN preferred; BLS certification required.
• 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes.
• Administer medications as prescribed.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Collaboration

Safety Protocols

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Current nursing license in Massachusetts

BLS certification required

Job description

Registered Nurse Behavioral Health 32hrs 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, every other weekend

Scheduled Hours per Week: 32 hours

Posted 6/18/2025

Join us at Holy Family Hospital

Our two campuses in Methuen and Haverhill have a total of 320 beds. We are a full-service, acute care hospital offering comprehensive inpatient medical/surgical units, outpatient care, and 24/7 emergency services. We have three behavioral health units, cardiac telemetry, and critical care service lines. Our Haverhill campus features all private rooms, and our Methuen campus offers a state-of-the-art catheterization suite and a Joint Center of Excellence, recognized as a Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction+ Center for Knee and Hip Replacement.

Position Summary:

The registered nurse provides care to patients in an adult behavioral health unit. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the RN is responsible for delivering patient care by applying nursing knowledge, following departmental and hospital policies, and meeting age-specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients accurately and develop appropriate care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to changes in condition.
• Document care accurately and thoroughly.
• Collaborate with physicians, other hospital staff, and community agencies.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to safety protocols.
• Perform patient transfers and assist with mobility as needed.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Current nursing license in Massachusetts.
• BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.