Registered Nurse (RN) Intake - $10K Sign-On

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine•Worcester, MA

6d•$40 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) Intake is a registered professional nurse who assesses and evaluates patients being admitted to the hospital, takes physician orders and does complete medication reconciliation with the physician in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. Must have good clinical skills and be able to work independently with minimum supervision. Responsible for working with children, adolescents, adults, and senior populations. Must be familiar with common diagnoses with these population groups and familiar with specific assessment and interviewing skills for each population group. The Hospital for Behavioral Medicine (HBM) is a cutting-edge 120-bed inpatient facility and a leading provider of exceptional therapeutic care, prioritizing patient comfort and safety. In proud collaboration with UMass Memorial Health Care, our facility is conveniently situated near the UMass Memorial Medical Center, allowing us to serve the community with unwavering dedication. At HBM, we go beyond inpatient care by offering an outpatient partial hospitalization program, ensuring continuous support while respecting the rhythm of daily lives. Our commitment to accessible care knows no bounds, as we emphasize availability irrespective of one's ability to pay.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited RN program; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Currently licensed to practice by the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing.
A minimum of three (3) years experience in a psychiatric facility preferred.
Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
CPR certification and successful completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior including restraint and seclusion policies, within 30 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.
Must have a working knowledge of the DSM-X, the Mental Status Exam, and the Addiction and Recovery field.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete the Nursing Assessment documenting patient information, medications, medical history, vital signs, and skin assessment.
Call physician for admission and medication orders.
Complete Medication Reconciliation by patient/family/pharmacy verification.
Report any signs or symptoms of infection, illness, medical instability to physician after assessment.
Document patient information and nursing care in the provision of nursing services.
Document and reassess any significant changes in the patient's condition in compliance with facility policy.
Responsible for walking patient to unit and giving report to the unit nurse.

Benefits

$10,000 sign-on bonus
100% company-paid medical up to family coverage OR Opt-out of medical insurance for additional compensation of up to $10,000 annually for FT employees.
401(k) + matching
Health insurance 100% company-paid for Full-Time position.
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary for Full-Time position.
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long term disability insurance Full-Time position.
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking
Career & training development opportunities
Dynamic and inclusive work environment
Engaged management team dedicated to your success
A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations