RN Full-time
The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Danvers, MA 01923, US
$40 - $55 / hour

LPNs and RNs: Take the next step in your nursing career with up to $50,000 in student loan repayments and stipends.

 

New Grads and experienced nurses can receive up to $40,000 in qualifying student-loan repayment plus up to a $10,000 stipend when joining the Brentwood Rehabilitation team! (Subject to eligibility and approval). Ask us about this opportunity today!

Join our team at The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center as an RN! 

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services  

Full-time and PRN opportunities available
Full-time: 7 am - 3 pm

PRN: 7 am - 3 pm | 3 pm - 11 pm | 11 pm - 7 am


$40-$55 an hour (all inclusive)

Up to $3.50 Shift Diff

Daily Pay!

At the Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we believe that compassionate, high-quality nursing care is essential to supporting resident health, dignity, and overall well-being. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering skilled clinical care, monitoring resident conditions, and ensuring all care is provided in accordance with established standards and individualized care plans.

Responsibilities for Registered Nurse (RN):

  • Provide resident care in accordance with acceptable standards of nursing practice and the physician’s plan of treatment, as well as the written plan of care.

  • Follow and implement care plans developed by the Nurse Manager.

  • Perform medication administration and treatments in accordance with the plan of care (POC).

  • Monitor and assess residents’ conditions, promptly reporting changes to appropriate clinical team members.

  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory standards.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and high-quality resident care.

  • Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and nursing regulations.

Qualifications for Registered Nurse (RN):

  • A current, unencumbered active license to practice as an RN in the state of Massachusetts.

  • Valid BLS Certification (CPR) required.

  • Ability to manage care for multiple residents simultaneously in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Delivering compassionate, resident-centered nursing care that promotes healing, comfort, and dignity.

Respect – Treating every resident, family member, and team member with professionalism, empathy, and dignity.

Excellence – Upholding the highest standards of clinical practice, safety, and documentation in all aspects of care.

Benefits for RN:

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Employee referral bonus

  • Health, vision, and dental benefits

  • 401(k) with match

  • Employee engagement and culture committee

  • Shift differentials

  • Company-sponsored life insurance

  • Employee assistance program (EAP) resources 

Join our team at The Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 159-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

 

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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