RN-Assessment Nurse

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Professional growth

Supportive culture

Stability & opportunity

Comprehensive benefits

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is seeking an Assessment Nurse to join our One Care team in Western Massachusetts. This role conducts initial and annual health assessments, develops person-centered care plans, and collaborates with staff and families to support the care of individuals served.

The RN must hold an active MA license, bring strong communication skills, and work effectively with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Registered Nurse License by the Massachusetts Board of Registration; must maintain licensure.
• Bilingual Spanish and English speaking preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for all working hours.
• Knowledge of mental illness and care management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and annual health assessments with respect for dignity.
• Develop person-centered care plans with individuals served.
• Maintain professional relationships with funding source, staff, and stakeholders.
• Educate individuals and families on health-related matters as appropriate.
• Promote InstED emergency department diversionary services with individuals served and their families/supports.
• Maintain familiarity with One Care policies and procedures and adhere to updates.
• Complete documentation per program policies promptly.
• Attend trainings and meetings; keep mandatory trainings up to date.
• Complete Critical Incident and Mandated Reporting processes as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

EHR familiarity

Cultural competence

Education

Massachusetts RN license

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. We are currently seeking an Assessment Nurse to join our One Care team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do

• Conduct initial and annual health assessments in a way that promotes individuals served health, safety, dignity, and respect.
• Collaborate with individuals served to develop person-centered care plans.
• Maintain a collaborative and professional relationship with the funding source, staff, and stakeholders to support the care of individuals served.
• Educate individuals served and their families/supports on relevant health-related matters as appropriate.
• Promote the use of InstED emergency department diversionary services with individuals served and their families/supports.
• Maintain familiarity with One Care policies and procedures and adhere to any updates or changes.
• Complete documentation in accordance with program policies and timeframe requirements, and complete any additional program-specific forms and documents as required in a timely manner.
• Attend in-services, meetings, and training courses as assigned and scheduled, and keep mandatory trainings up to date.
• Complete Critical Incident and Mandated Reporting processes as needed.

Who You Are

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Registered Nurse License by the Massachusetts Board of Registration; must maintain current RN licensure and certifications.
• Demonstrated experience providing services to individuals with behavioral health and substance use disorders strongly preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish and English speaking preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable, legally registered vehicle available for all working hours required.
• Commitment to consumer empowerment, growth, human rights, and community integration.
• Knowledge of mental illness, the interface between mental health and medical conditions and systems, substance use, and care management.
• Professional demeanor in communicating with individuals served, colleagues, and other providers.
• Demonstrates cultural and linguistic competence in working with individuals of varied cultural backgrounds and linguistic needs.
• Exemplary and culturally sensitive customer service skills directed toward individuals served.
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to serve challenging and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with Internet, email systems, and electronic health records (EHRs).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals served, providers, and staff.
• Working knowledge of program KPIs and performance metrics and how they impact the role, the program, and the overall mission of the One Care program.

Salary Range: $37.00-$45.50/hr