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Job description
Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit
Schedule: Part Time
Pay Range: $37.88 - $75.78 / Hourly
Shift: Night shift
Hours: 11:00pm-7:30am
About this role
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
Deliver patient-centered, trauma-informed care within a collaborative behavioral health environment that actively encourages patient involvement and supports autonomy.
Strengthen your psychiatric nursing expertise while taking advantage of professional practice advancement opportunities backed by supportive hospital and unit leadership.
Benefit from a strong, organization-wide commitment to preventing workplace violence and maintaining a safe, healthy environment for staff and patients alike.
Make a true difference in the lives of patients and their families during their most 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.
To apply, please visit: jobs/registered-nurse-rn-behavioral-health-unit-35126/
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