Staff Nurse, Waltham CBAT (Psych) - 32 hrs

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for:

• Providing psychiatric nursing care for patients ages 10-17 years on our new Community Based Acute Treatment (CBAT) Program.
• Administering and monitoring medications as part of treatment plans.
• Overseeing and managing therapeutic milieu and overseeing care provided by Milieu Counselor colleagues.
• Participating in individualized treatment planning and supervise the implementation and revision of plans.
• Utilizing interpersonal skills to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships.
• Providing patient/family education on aspects of care including symptom management and coping.
• Working as a team player and functioning as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• 32 hours; rotating nights and every other weekend, occasional day and evening shifts

• BSN required.
• 1+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting. Inpatient and pediatric experience preferred.