Staff Nurse - Surgical Day

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Competitive retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Peri-Op Care Unit in Massachusetts. The role requires nursing licensure, BLS, ACLS and PALS with BSN preferred and an Associates degree as baseline.

The RN will provide direct patient care, participate in care planning, educate patients and families, and coordinate with the care team to ensure optimal outcomes. Shift schedules and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures.
• RN - Currently licensed as an RN in Massachusetts.
• BLS
• ACLS Required.
• PALS Required.
• CAPA - Professional Certification within six months of eligibility preferred.
• Demonstrates continuing education per state regulations; must speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, health maintenance, teaching and counseling.
• Lead and coordinate the health care team to ensure safe, patient-centered care.
• Direct and guide patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while upholding professional nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

English communication

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Peri-Op Care Unit

Hourly Pay Range: 45.2500 through 72.1200

Non-Scheduled , Shift 2 , 0 , 12:00noon-8:30pm,2:00pm-10:30pm

Week 1: Mon,Tues,Wed,Thurs, or Friday,

Week 2: Mon,Tues,Wed,Thurs, or Friday

Week 3: Mon,Tues,Wed,Thurs, or Friday

Week 4: Mon,Tues,Wed,Thurs, or Friday,

Nursing Alternate Shift: N/A

Monday - Friday, Variable Days

Posted 08/28/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Registered Nurse is the designation given to an individual who is licensed to practice professional nursing, holds ultimate responsibility for direct and indirect nursing care, is a graduate of an approved school for professional nursing, and is currently licensed as a Registered Nurse pursuant to M.G.L. c.112. Included in such responsibility is providing nursing care, health maintenance, teaching, counseling, planning and

restoration for optimal functioning and comfort, of those they serve. The Registered Professional Nurse functions as a health care team leader responsible for the safe delivery of patient-centered, goal oriented care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. The Registered Professional Nurse also directs and guides patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Has a thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures.

Education and Training:

Associates Degree in Nursing. BSN preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

RN - Currently licensed as an RN in Massachusetts

BLS

ACLS Required.

PALS Required.

CAPA - Professional Certification within six months of eligibility preferred.

Other Requirements:

Demonstrates continuing education in accordance with State regulations. Assures compliance with unit‑specific scope of practice. Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of the position can be fully met.

Other Addendum(s) Requirements:

N/A

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• health and dental insurance
• life and disability insurance
• a competitive retirement plan contribution
• a paid time off program