Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Psychiatry

Blake 11 is a 24 bed, locked, inpatient psychiatric unit. The inpatient service provides diagnostic evaluations, brief inpatient treatment, and care to an adult population of patients with primary psychiatric disorders. Also, as a tertiary health care provider, the service accepts referrals for diagnostically complex or treatment resistant patients. Patients with concomitant medical and neurological disorders and a primary psychiatric disorder are also treated.

With primary nursing as our model of care delivery, staff nurses provide supportive and empathic emotional care, behavioral management, medication management and education to our patients. Our mission is abatement of acute symptoms, through evaluation and appropriate disposition, generally after a 10-day stay.

The nursing service has a strong culture of professionalism and evidence-based practice. Many nurses are ANCC board certified as Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurses and Certified Addictions Registered Nurses. Professional growth opportunities are widely available.

This position is a per diem position. Rotation to all shifts and weekend shifts are required. Permanent off shift requests will also be considered.

Reasons to Choose MGH:

• The State’s First Magnet Hospital
• Opportunities for growth and development

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 1 year RN with previous Psych and or Medical/Surgical experience required.

Education/Degree:

• BSN required.

Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:

• Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts

About Mass General Hospital:

• Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.
• If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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