Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit
Concord, MA
Psychiatric
Sign-on bonusPosted Jun 18
- Unit
- Psych
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Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
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- Sign-on bonus
- $7,000
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About this role
$7,000 sign on bonus
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse who is passionate about mental health and making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives? Join the Behavioral Health team at Emerson Health and become part of a supportive, collaborative environment dedicated to providing exceptional psychiatric care.
We are seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges. In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients receive safe, therapeutic, and evidence-based care.
What You’ll Do
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- Provide comprehensive nursing care to behavioral health patients using the nursing process
- Assess patient needs, develop care plans, and monitor progress throughout treatment
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and multidisciplinary care teams
- Support patients and families through education, communication, and compassionate care
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients experiencing mental health crises
- Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records in the electronic health system
- Follow regulatory, hospital, and professional nursing standards to ensure high-quality care
- Promote patient dignity, privacy, and recovery-focused treatment
Why Join Emerson Health
- Collaborative behavioral health team environment
- Opportunities to grow your psychiatric nursing skills
- Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary care teams
- The chance to truly impact patients and families during vulnerable moments
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program required.
Experience
Behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or mental health experience preferred, but motivated RNs interested in mental health nursing are encouraged to apply.
Licensure and Certification
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required.
BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
CPI certification required within 30 days of hire.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong nursing assessment and clinical judgment skills
- Excellent communication and patient interaction abilities
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health setting
- Strong organization and documentation skills
- Computer proficiency and electronic medical record experience
- Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Join a team where your compassion, expertise, and dedication to mental health care can make a lasting impact.
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Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program required.
- Behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or mental health experience preferred, but motivated RNs interested in mental health nursing are encouraged to apply.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required.
- BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
- CPI certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Skills and Competencies
- Strong nursing assessment and clinical judgment skills
- Excellent communication and patient interaction abilities
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health setting
- Strong organization and documentation skills
- Computer proficiency and electronic medical record experience
- Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
Place
- City
- Concord, MA
- State price level
- 6% above the national average
Massachusetts index 105.8, where 100 is the national average.
Concord blends Revolutionary War history with literary heritage in a classic New England setting. Walden Pond and the Old North Bridge anchor this quiet, tree-lined town roughly 20 miles west of Boston—ideal for nurses seeking a slower pace with easy access to the city.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Emerson Health is a healthcare organization based in Concord, Massachusetts, with a mission centered on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care to the surrounding region. The organization operates Emerson Hospital and provides a range of healthcare services including behavioral health, primary care,…
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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
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