Registered Nurse
Center for Extended Care at Amherst
Amherst, MA
- Eligibility
- RNSign-on bonus
- Shift
- 8-hour evenings
- Unit
- Rehab
Posted Aug 9 · New grads welcomed
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 8-hour evenings
- Weekends
- Every other weekend
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Charge shifts
- Setting
- Skilled Nursing
- Accepts
- RN
More role details
- Experience
- New graduates
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Inside the MA staff range
- Sign-on bonus
- $5,000
MA staff postings that state pay run $36/hr to $66/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $55/hr, across 396 postings.
About this role
Registered Nurse (RN) – 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Shift
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Join Our Evening Shift Nursing Team
The Center for Extended Care and Rehabilitation at Amherst is a 134-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility dedicated to providing compassionate, resident-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment. We are currently seeking experienced, motivated, and energetic Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our nursing team for our 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM evening shift.
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If you are passionate about delivering quality care and thrive in a fast-paced long-term care and rehabilitation setting, we encourage you to apply.
- Ideal for work-life balance – no early mornings!
- Pathway to leadership; Charge Nurse/Supervisor Pipeline
Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse on our 3p–11p shift, you will play a vital role in overseeing resident care during evening operations, supervising nursing assistants, coordinating treatments, and ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence and resident safety are maintained.
Responsibilities are performed in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations, facility policies, and professional nursing standards.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care and clinical oversight for residents during the 3p–11p shift
Supervise and support Certified Nursing Assistants and other nursing staff
Assess resident conditions and respond appropriately to changes in status
Maintain and update individualized resident care plans
Administer medications, treatments, and physician-ordered care accurately and efficiently
Transcribe physician orders promptly and accurately
Complete thorough and timely nursing documentation
Review resident records daily for accuracy and completeness
Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary team members
Ensure residents receive compassionate, dignified, and high-quality care always
Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing – NEW GRADUATES WELCOME
Current CPR certification required
Long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation experience preferred
Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or related healthcare setting preferred
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Schedule Information
Evening Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Full-Time and Part-Time positions available (Full-Time: 40 or 32 hours, Part-Time: 24 or 16 hours)
Every other weekend required
Compensation & Benefits
Starting rate: $43.00 per hour
- Shift Differential
Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and Massachusetts earned sick time
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Supportive leadership and team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Apply Today!
Join a team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day. We are looking for compassionate nurses who take pride in delivering exceptional care and leadership during our important evening hours.
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Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing – NEW GRADUATES WELCOME
- Current CPR certification required
- Long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation experience preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or related healthcare setting preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
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- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Schedule Information
- Evening Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Full-Time and Part-Time positions available (Full-Time: 40 or 32 hours, Part-Time: 24 or 16 hours)
- Every other weekend required
- Compensation & Benefits
- Starting rate: $43.00 per hour
- Shift Differential
Place
- City
- Amherst, MA
- State price level
- 6% above the national average
Massachusetts index 105.8, where 100 is the national average.
A classic New England college town in the Pioneer Valley, Amherst blends academic energy with rural charm. Home to UMass Amherst and Amherst College, it offers a vibrant arts scene, farm-to-table dining, and easy access to the Connecticut River and surrounding hills—ideal for nurses seeking a tight-knit community with four-season outdoor appeal.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?