Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit- 11p-7a PT 24 hrs/week Nights

Job Ref: 30719
Category: Nursing
Location:
Emerson Hospital, 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742

Department: North 5 (Psych)
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Eve/Night shift
Hours: 11pm-7:30am

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 Healthcare provider required.

   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.