Registered Nurse III -Per Diem

Massachusetts Mental Health Center is seeking highly motivated and experienced Registered Nurses to work with homeless clients in Metro Boston.

Please Note: Per Diem Nurses must be available for (4) shifts per month, of which two (2) are weekend shifts, and two (2) major holidays per year, one (1) summer (Memorial Day, Independence Day, or Labor Day) and one (1) winter holiday (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day).

Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these are a general summary, and not all inclusive).

• Provides nursing care for patients by following professional standards in order to maintain quality care.

• Identifies and addresses patient needs by performing nursing assessments and developing nursing interventions.

• Assumes charge nurse responsibility on an as needed basis to provide critical thinking, prioritization, and delegation of patient care needs.

• Supervises employees of a lesser grade in order to maintain a high level of quality care.

• Performs duties of medication nurse by administering medication, communicating with physicians, transcribing orders maintaining controlled count and documenting to maintain accurate records.

• Works with patients by providing instruction to facilitate the independent management of their personal, hygiene and health needs.

• Admits, transfers and discharges patients, coordinating health care services to ensure continuity of care following established standards.

• Identifies, evaluates, and responds to changes in patient conditions, documenting and reporting such changes to appropriate person to ensure prompt response to patient needs.

• Provides psychosocial support to patients as needed.

• Maintains professional proficiencies by attending and participating in in-service trainings and educational programs to foster growth and development.

• Practices Principals of collaboration, assessment, recovery, and environment of care to provide a safe environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Massachusetts Nursing license.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished and the capability of subordinates
• Experience as a staff nurse in a general/psychiatric setting
• Ability to participate in a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Knowledge of the types and characteristics of drug used in diagnosing, treating, and controlling physical, mental and/or emotional disorders

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

Additional Information:

Per Diem positions are not eligible for benefits with the exception of earned sick leave in accordance with the MGL Chapter 149 Section 148 (C)

Some provisions of the MNA Contract do apply.

DMH Mission Statement:

The Department of Mental Health 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.

Pre-Offer Process:

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. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

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.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

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 the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4    

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility, and (B) six months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LEVELS IN SERIES: Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.*

*Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.

Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100%25 of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.