RN Inpatient Psychiatry - MGH
$86,778–$219,752 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Conduct diagnostic evaluations, brief inpatient treatment, and care for adults with primary psychiatric disorders on a 24-bed locked unit. Administer medications, monitor patients for reactions, record vital signs, and maintain accurate clinical reports. Coordinate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, and modify patient treatment plans based on individual responses and conditions. Provide supportive emotional care, behavioral management, and education while evaluating nursing care for groups of patients. Work a 36-hour day/night rotation including weekends and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's Degree Nursing
- Registered Nurse [RN - State License]
- Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year
- Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment
- Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Excellent verbal and communication skills
- Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients
- 36-hour day/night rotation including weekends and holidays
- Rotating shifts and weekend shifts
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing
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