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 3 months 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.
Job Summary The Nurse Manager is responsible for assessing, planning, directing and evaluating patient care for an assigned patient care nursing unit on a 24 hour basis. The incumbent assures the delivery of quality services and that professional nursing is practiced in accordance with the established standards of nursing and the standards of practice at Emerson Hospital. Reporting to this position are various clinical professional and support positions, including Registered Nurses, Certified Nurse Assistants, Patient Care Assistants and Unit Secretaries Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing Experience Requires a minimum of 5 years of nursing experience within specialty area and 3-5 years of supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements Licensure and/or Certification Current RN license in the state of Massachusetts. Specialty certification in one (1) of the areas to be supervised required Skills Advanced nursing skills. Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook). Excellent customer service skills Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English. Ability to maintain confidential information required. The ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others. The ability to foster successful team efforts working with a variety of management, medical/clinical staff. The ability to respond effectively in emergency situations. The ability to assist in preparing and monitoring departmental budgets. The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to accomplish duties.
