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6 - The Behavioral health RN provides physical emotional and psychological support to patients with various mental health concerns and assists other nursing staff in coordinating care for this population. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to identify patient needs and develop a plan to meet those needs. The patient population served is consistent with the admission/discharge criteria; renders direct and indirect outcome nursing care through the application of the nursing process; functions within policies, practice guidelines and nursing standards of SMH in accordance with the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, CDC and OSHA standards, and any other applicable regulatory or accreditation agency. 36 Hours - 3PM - 3AM
/Qualifications/Training/Experience: Minimum of 1 years of providing care to behavioral health patients Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families to facilitate a therapeutic relationship Excellent communication and customer services skills required Successful completion of orientation and annual competencies. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, positive and good organizational skills, and adaptability, creating a favorable image in relationship to the Nursing department and the hospital as a whole Must develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer relations and all basic concepts of continuous quality improvement and preventing error from reaching the patient Provides timely, positive responses to the needs of all customers including patients, families, co-workers and physicians.
Educational
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for registered nurse. Bachelor’s Degree in nursing is preferred. License/Certification: Current Massachusetts state RN license Documentation of ongoing clinical competencies and continuing education Current BLS certification 32 hours/week, day or evening shift - Salary Range: $35.88-$55.56 - Salary Range Details The
displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment. - Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.