Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit

Emerson Hospital; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Concord, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Unit. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive care and ensuring the safety and quality of nursing care. Candidates must be licensed in Massachusetts and have strong basic nursing and critical thinking skills. This part-time position offers a day shift schedule with specific requirements for education and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts.
• Previous experience in a mental health environment preferred.
• BLS Healthcare provider certification is required.
• CPI certification achieved within 3 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients on the Behavioral Health unit.
• Accountable for the safety of nursing care delivered or supervised.
• Ensure quality of direct and indirect nursing care delivered to patients and families.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Assessment skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Fluency in English

Education

Graduate of professional accredited nursing school

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit

Job Ref: 32471

Category: Nursing

Location:
Emerson Hospital, 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742

Department: North 5 (Psych)

Schedule: Part Time

Shift: Day shift

Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the Behavioral Health unit, as directed by nursing management. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the stated philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Service Department and Behavioral Health unit, regulatory agencies and professional organizations. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the safety of nursing care they deliver or supervise. The Registered Nurse is responsible to the patient and the family or significant others for the quality of direct and indirect nursing care delivered. Line responsibility to the Director, Behavioral Health Services or designee.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of professional accredited nursing school required.
• Experience: Previous experience in a mental health environment preferred.
• Licensure and/or Certification: Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required.
• BLS: BLS Healthcare provider required.
• CPI: CPI achieved within 3 months of hire required.
• Skills: Basic nursing skills and assessment skills required. Must have strong communication skills. Critical thinking skills required. Strong organizational skills. Computer skills and proficiency. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Ability to protect confidential information.