Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health•Holyoke, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Holyoke, Massachusetts, seeks a part-time Registered Nurse for night shifts. The RN supports patient care and clinical decision-making across a 150-bed inpatient behavioral health facility serving child, adult, geriatric, and forensic populations. The role includes providing leadership and clinical support to nursing staff, responding to patient care needs, assisting with admissions or intake, and performing direct patient care as needed. The nurse helps maintain a safe, therapeutic, and efficient environment and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory standards. The hospital describes its culture as supportive and collaborative, with a focus on teamwork, compassionate care, professional growth, and patient-centered, trauma-informed practice. The position is scheduled for 12-hour night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The hourly pay range is $42.55–$57.45, with a sign-on bonus based on eligibility.

Requirements

Current, active Massachusetts RN license, either single-state or compact; if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
Associate degree required.
CPR/BCLS certification required.
Strong communication, conflict-resolution, and de-escalation skills.
Ability to lead teams effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to patient-centered and trauma-informed care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
ACLS certification preferred.
CPI or Handle With Care certification preferred.
Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately assess patient care needs and support clinical decision-making across units.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and patient coverage throughout the hospital.
Provide leadership, guidance, and clinical support to nursing staff.
Respond to patient care needs and assist with admissions or intake when needed.
Support staff development, coaching, and performance management.
Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and state regulatory standards.
Perform direct patient care duties as needed.
Help maintain a safe, therapeutic, and efficient hospital environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid family leave and paid time off.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Sign-on bonus based on eligibility.