Per Diem Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required.
• Valid Massachusetts RN license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• At least one year of psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the quality of nursing care provided to patients, including maintaining optimal health, counseling, collaborative planning, and restoring optimal function.
• Act as a patient advocate and help patients develop skills to advocate for themselves.
• Document appropriate patient information in a timely manner.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments of patients.
• Assess vital signs and administer medications as ordered.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to medication regimens and identify when PRN medication is needed.
• Participate in meetings and group therapy sessions as assigned.
• Assess the unit milieu to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, family members, and staff.
• Maintain a safe and clean care environment and contribute to quality improvement.
• Assist in supervising Mental Health Technicians.
• Contribute consistently to department operations and communications.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Pet insurance
• Basic AD&D and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health and dependent savings accounts