RN / Registered Nurse - Adolescent Psychiatry, 8 HPW, Evenings

Cambridge Health Alliance; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the 5 West Adolescent Nursing Unit in Somerville. The evening shift runs from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with a schedule of every other Saturday and Sunday.

This acute inpatient psychiatric unit serves youths aged 12 to 18, focusing on assessment, stabilization and aftercare planning. Applicants must hold a Massachusetts RN license and a BSN or ASN.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required.
• BSN or ASN degree required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• 1–2 years acute inpatient psychiatric experience strongly preferred.

Skills

BLS Certification

Psychiatric Nursing

Education

Massachusetts RN License

BSN or ASN

Job description

Location : CHA Somerville CampusCategory : Registered NurseDepartment : 5 West Adolescent NursingJob Type : Part Time (Less Than 20 Hours Per Week)Union Name : MNA SomervilleWork Schedule:

EveningLength Of Shift(s) In Hours : 8 hoursShift Details:

Every other Saturday and Sunday 3pm-11:30pmHours/Week:

8.00Weekend Requirements: E very other weekend and holidays as assigned

CHA has a part-time opening to work only every other Sat and Sun, on Evening shift from 3pm-11:30.

Please see orientation requirements below.The 5 West

Adolescent Unit

is a new secured 10 bed psychiatric unit that provides care for children between the ages of 12 and 18. The unit is located in Somerville Hospital. This is an acute care unit, working on assessment, stabilization and after care treatment planning. We have a multidisciplinary team focused on teaching self-control, de-escalation and restraint reduction. This approach is used to provide patient and family centered care.The

Center for Inpatient Child & Adolescent Psychiatry , located in Somerville. provides a transformative continuum of patient and family-centered care for diverse youth with acute behavioral health needs.Cambridge Health Alliance

OrientationRequirements:

Must attend our full seven day hospital nursing orientation, held in person, during daytime hours.Work a minimum of 3 shifts per week for the first four weeks of employment, until clinical orientation has been completed.

Qualifications and Experience:

C urrent Massachusetts RN license requiredA minimum BSN or ASN degree required.American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required1-2 years acute inpatient psychiatric experience is strongly preferred.In addition, newly hired candidates are required to successfully complete a job specific physical testPlease note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.