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Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit

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Emerson Health

Concord, Massachusetts

Eligibility
PsychiatricSign-on bonus

Posted Jun 18

Unit and setting
Psych
License
RN licenseCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required. Check your license
Certification
BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
Certification
CPI certification required within 30 days of hire.After hire · within 30 days
Education
Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program required.
Experience
Computer proficiency and electronic medical record experience
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Skills and Competencies
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Strong nursing assessment and clinical judgment skills
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Excellent communication and patient interaction abilities
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Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health setting
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Strong organization and documentation skills
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Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality
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Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Preferred

Experience
Behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or mental health experience preferred, but motivated RNs interested in mental health nursing are encouraged to apply.

What it pays

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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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$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

  • 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.

What's around it?

In Concord, MA

Concord, MA

Living costs about 6% above the US average

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