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Behavioral Health School Registered Nurse (RN)
POSITION TYPE: Registered Nurse (RN)
SPECIALTY UNIT: Behavioral Health/School
LOCATION: Springfield, MA
SHIFT: Days M-F No weekend and No holidays
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
Job Description:
Behavioral Health nurses work as registered nurses to care for and support patients receiving treatment for mental health disorders in a school setting. Behavioral Health nurses evaluate the needs of their patients, and they administer treatments and engage in therapeutic interactions.
We are looking for a passionate Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) to join our elite team of healthcare professionals and make a difference, one patient at a time.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluating mental health needs of patients.
- Developing treatment plans.
- Providing personal care.
- Participate in de-escalation and crisis intervention.
- Coordinating with families, doctors, and other health professionals.
- Administering medications.
- Observing and recording patient behavior.
- Performing physical exams and diagnostic tests.
- Collecting patient health histories.
- Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
- Educating patients about treatment plans.
Job Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Direct Deposit
- 401K
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Employee discount program
- Excellent room for growth and advancement
Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license within state of practice required.
- Requires RN exp. with children and families, knowledge of residential and/or school treatment nursing.
- Experience working with children of diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- English required, bilingual preferred.
- Requires current valid driver’s license
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