Psychiatric Care Specialist

1 week ago


Taunton, Massachusetts, United States State of Massachusetts Full time

**Overview of Taunton State Hospital:**

Taunton State Hospital, operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH), is a 62-bed inpatient facility providing continuing care services to adults with major mental illnesses. The hospital integrates Principles of Recovery and a rehabilitation philosophy into its treatment model.

We are seeking a Patient Advocate for our Nursing Services Department to function as Charge Nurse (Registered Nurse III) on the night shift, working 40 hours per week on the Cain 3 West unit. The incumbent will work from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with days off varying between weeks.

**Job Description:**

The ideal candidate will provide nursing care, custody, and instruction to adult psychiatric patients on locked units within DMH. They will act as Charge Nurse, overseeing licensed and non-licensed nursing staff assigned to the unit for their shift, ensuring optimum quality care is provided. This includes serving as patient advocate, maintaining confidentiality, and upholding the rights of all patients.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for:

  • Providing Patient-Centered Care to all patients within the Recovery Model
  • Gaining knowledge required to provide Trauma-Informed Care
  • Performing nursing assessments, developing nursing interventions, and providing nursing care following professional, hospital, departmental standards
  • Acting as a role model for providing Recovery and Trauma-Informed care

**Required Qualifications:

* Must have at least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic, or medical facility

* Six months of supervisory, administrative, or managerial experience is also required

* Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing

* Recent graduates must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination

**Estimated Salary:**

Approximately $103,000 - $143,000 annually, depending on location and qualifications

**Benefits:**

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts offers an attractive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and rewards. These include health insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and more.

**About the Location:**

Taunton State Hospital is located in Taunton, Massachusetts. We encourage applicants to research the area and learn about the opportunities and attractions it has to offer.

**Equal Opportunity Employer:**

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.



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