Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Aspire Health and Community Services•Quincy, MA

About The Position

Aspire Health and Community Services is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) team. The nurse provides specialized care to adults in a 24-hour crisis stabilization program that is a medically necessary, voluntary, less restrictive alternative to inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. The newly renovated program has a 10-bed unit where people experiencing behavioral health crises receive short-term stabilization and support. Typical stays are 3 to 5 days, with flexibility based on individual needs. This is a part-time position for 16 hours, working alternating weekends. Listed schedules are Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM; or Friday and Saturday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM. The salary range is $40.24–$48.32 USD; compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and certifications and licenses. The stated annual ranges are based on a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Aspire describes its culture as a compassionate, accountable community and seeks to provide a safe, supportive environment free of judgment or prejudice around mental health. The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion and states that employment decisions are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; diploma, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree accepted.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and provide compassionate, high-quality care.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an acute mental health and/or co-occurring disorders setting.
Familiarity with recovery-oriented treatment approaches for individuals with severe mental illness.

Responsibilities

Monitor and document clients’ self-administration of medications and ensure safe medication practices.
Monitor clients’ physical health needs and coordinate acute medical care with direct care staff as needed.
Facilitate health and wellness groups and activities that promote recovery and overall well-being.
Provide strength-based, solution-focused nursing interventions.
Support individuals in developing Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and safety plans.
Complete assigned clinical documentation.
Participate in required trainings to support high-quality care.