Seasonal Registered Nurse II - Night Shift - 40 or 24 hours

Seasonal Registered Nurse II - Night Shift

Taunton State Hospital (TSH) is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for seasonal employment. Successful candidates will provide direct nursing care, custody and instruction to the adult psychiatric patients within locked units within DMH at TSH; establish nursing plan of care utilizing a Person-Centered Approach within the Recovery Model of healthcare delivery; and assess the health care needs of the patients and assure the needs of the patients are met. This is a short-term seasonal position and is expected to begin in November and end in January/February. This position WILL NOT exceed 90 consecutive days and is not eligible for benefits. The selected candidate will work 3rd Shift (11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.). Days off will vary, and weekend availability is required. Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Provides direct professional nursing care, to assigned patients on the locked units of TSH utilizing a Patient Centered approach to assist the patient in meeting their goals and needs. Establishes a therapeutic rapport with assigned patients to facilitate open communication to assist staff in providing care effective in meeting the patients' established goals. Oversees the maintenance of a safe, secure and therapeutic environment utilizing acuity and appropriate staff assignments. Assures that all patients are assessed on a daily basis for quality care related to physical, medical, psychiatric, spiritual and cultural needs. Gains knowledge required to provide Patient Centered Care to all patients within the Recovery Model by attending all assigned educational trainings offered by DMH.

Required Qualifications: One year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility. Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

About Taunton State Hospital: Taunton State Hospital (TSH) operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is a 62-bed inpatient facility that provides continuing care inpatient services to adults with major mental illnesses. The hospital is a leader in the successful integration of the Principles of Recovery and a rehabilitation philosophy into the treatment model and a part of the Southeast Area which works closely with the inpatient treatment teams to facilitate patients' discharge back to the community.

The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research. This critical mission is accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals, families, providers, and communities.

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Option 4.

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