Registered Nurse I - Evening Shift

Full job description
Taunton State Hospital is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse I (RN) for a second shift position. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The RN I provides professional nursing care and education to adult mentally ill patients on locked inpatient units within DMH at Taunton State Hospital. The RN I is a member of the multidisciplinary team and assists in the formulation and implementation of the Person-Centered Recovery plan for each patient. The RN I employs professional standards of practice by assessing the health and mental health needs of patients, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes and serving as a patient advocate.


Please Note: This position is 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will work on the evening shift from 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m. Days off are Week 1 – Monday and Saturday; Week 2 – Sunday and Wednesday.

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


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

Treats all patients with dignity and respect through interactions which affirm the individual’s needs and preferences and by optimally integrating the patient perspective into all facets of care; will advocate for patients, facilitate timely resolution of patient concerns and assist patients in the exercise of their rights.
Provides primary nursing care to patients on the inpatient psychiatric unit by assessing health status of patients, reviewing and recording health related data, administering standard nursing treatment, evaluating patients’ conditions and adjusting care in conjunction with other providers and observation and interaction with patients.
Provides psychosocial support to patients while maintaining therapeutic boundaries, promoting the highest level of patient autonomy and treating patients with dignity and respect.
Attends and participates in shift reports, reviews documentation in patient’s medical records, attends staff meetings and participates in treatment planning.
Participate in the development and implementation of treatment plans by attending treatment planning meetings.
Administer treatment and medication as prescribed by a physician according to practice standards and established hospital procedures; maintains accurate medication records as required.
Assist in admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
Assist physician in examining patient in both physical and mental examinations.
Work with unit staff to develop and maintain a therapeutic environment.
Actively communicate with members of the treatment team and program staff to ensure maximum use of available resources and continuity of treatment.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with nursing colleagues and other hospital departments.
Participate in emergencies and mock emergencies in accordance with established procedures.
Identifies, evaluates and responds to changes in patient’s condition and reports findings to appropriate treatment team members and health care personnel.
Perform other related duties such as responding to health and safety issues and initiating appropriate action and preparing and maintaining pertinent documentation in accordance with regulatory and departmental standards.
Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of the theories and practices of nursing.
Knowledge in the care of various types of patients.
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
Preferred Qualifications:

Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.
DMH Vision and Mission:

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.

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.


Pre-Hire 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 and click on "Information for Job Applicants."

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 assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at (800) 510-4122, Option 4.


Qualifications

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

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None.

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% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: Registered Nurse I
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Taunton-60 Hodges Avenue
Job: Medical Services
Agency: Department of Mental Health
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Evening
Job Posting: Jun 26, 2025, 3:09:11 PM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 82,900.48 - 138,334.56 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: William Herbert William.L.Herbert3@mass.gov - 6173488473
Bargaining Unit: 07-MNA - Professional Health Care
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No
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