Lifepoint Health®
Base Pay Range
$42.00/hr - $57.00/hr Compensation, Perks & Growth
Up to $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus (based on position and experience) Competitive base pay with generous shift differentials Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Company Match Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability Well‑Being programs including discounted local gym memberships Paid Time Off (PTO) & Extended Illness Bank 401(k) with employer match Tuition Reimbursement program Life, Accident, and Disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including Free Telemedicine for all employees Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education Employee Experience Highlights
Brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art facility Employee Engagement Committee hosting events weekly, monthly, and quarterly Collaborative, team‑oriented culture with strong leadership support Career advancement and succession planning for upward mobility Educational partnerships with local colleges for experiential hands‑on learning Confidential Referral Program: reward up to $3,000 for RN referrals New wings opening in 2026 expanding service lines Part of Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, a leading healthcare network Your Experience Matters
As a
Registered Nurse (RN) , you play a key role in fulfilling our mission to
make communities healthier . You’ll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to transforming lives through safe, evidence‑based, and trauma‑informed care. Position Summary
The
Registered Nurse (RN)
provides direct patient care and clinical coordination within our behavioral health units, delivering quality, compassionate care for child (ages 5‑17), adult, geriatric, and forensic patients. You’ll work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer .
FLSA: Non‑Exempt . Education & Licensure Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Nursing program (ADN) required; BSN preferred. Current unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts (or compact state) required. Certifications
BLS (CPR) – required upon hire CPI or Handle With Care – preferred ACLS – preferred CRRN – preferred Required Skills & Experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program 6+ months Med/Surg experience – preferred Behavioral Health or Psychiatric experience – preferred Strong communication, assessment, and de‑escalation skills Calm, compassionate, and focused under pressure Team‑oriented with a passion for patient‑centered care Understanding of Trauma‑informed care – preferred Essential Job Functions
Participate as a key collaborator on the patient team during the behavioral health journey Provide direct nursing care according to established standards and procedures Assess patient conditions, develop individualized care plans, and document progress Administer medications and treatments safely Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other clinicians to coordinate care Support psychiatric emergencies and crisis interventions Promote a culture of safety, dignity, and respect Engage in professional development and performance improvement initiatives Communicate effectively with patients’ families, legal guardians, and regulatory bodies Department Overview
Our
Behavioral Health Department
is a 150‑bed inpatient facility designed to foster healing, safety, and innovation. With a 1:6‑1:8 nurse‑to‑patient ratio, our nurses provide specialized, compassionate care across children, adults, geriatrics, and forensic units. About Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital delivers exceptional mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient‑centered environment. We are the largest behavioral health hospital in Western Massachusetts, driven by a shared mission of
making communities healthier®
through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence. Equal Employment Opportunity
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Other Career Opportunities
LPNs – Up to $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus CNAs & Behavioral Health Technicians – All shifts, Forensic & General Inpatient Clinical Program Therapists / Social Workers Therapist Interns & Activity Therapists Receptionists & Environmental Services Technicians Nurse Practitioners & Psychiatrists (MDs)
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$42.00/hr - $57.00/hr Compensation, Perks & Growth
Up to $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus (based on position and experience) Competitive base pay with generous shift differentials Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Company Match Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability Well‑Being programs including discounted local gym memberships Paid Time Off (PTO) & Extended Illness Bank 401(k) with employer match Tuition Reimbursement program Life, Accident, and Disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including Free Telemedicine for all employees Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education Employee Experience Highlights
Brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art facility Employee Engagement Committee hosting events weekly, monthly, and quarterly Collaborative, team‑oriented culture with strong leadership support Career advancement and succession planning for upward mobility Educational partnerships with local colleges for experiential hands‑on learning Confidential Referral Program: reward up to $3,000 for RN referrals New wings opening in 2026 expanding service lines Part of Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, a leading healthcare network Your Experience Matters
As a
Registered Nurse (RN) , you play a key role in fulfilling our mission to
make communities healthier . You’ll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to transforming lives through safe, evidence‑based, and trauma‑informed care. Position Summary
The
Registered Nurse (RN)
provides direct patient care and clinical coordination within our behavioral health units, delivering quality, compassionate care for child (ages 5‑17), adult, geriatric, and forensic patients. You’ll work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer .
FLSA: Non‑Exempt . Education & Licensure Requirements
Graduate of an accredited Nursing program (ADN) required; BSN preferred. Current unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts (or compact state) required. Certifications
BLS (CPR) – required upon hire CPI or Handle With Care – preferred ACLS – preferred CRRN – preferred Required Skills & Experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program 6+ months Med/Surg experience – preferred Behavioral Health or Psychiatric experience – preferred Strong communication, assessment, and de‑escalation skills Calm, compassionate, and focused under pressure Team‑oriented with a passion for patient‑centered care Understanding of Trauma‑informed care – preferred Essential Job Functions
Participate as a key collaborator on the patient team during the behavioral health journey Provide direct nursing care according to established standards and procedures Assess patient conditions, develop individualized care plans, and document progress Administer medications and treatments safely Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other clinicians to coordinate care Support psychiatric emergencies and crisis interventions Promote a culture of safety, dignity, and respect Engage in professional development and performance improvement initiatives Communicate effectively with patients’ families, legal guardians, and regulatory bodies Department Overview
Our
Behavioral Health Department
is a 150‑bed inpatient facility designed to foster healing, safety, and innovation. With a 1:6‑1:8 nurse‑to‑patient ratio, our nurses provide specialized, compassionate care across children, adults, geriatrics, and forensic units. About Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital delivers exceptional mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient‑centered environment. We are the largest behavioral health hospital in Western Massachusetts, driven by a shared mission of
making communities healthier®
through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence. Equal Employment Opportunity
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Other Career Opportunities
LPNs – Up to $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus CNAs & Behavioral Health Technicians – All shifts, Forensic & General Inpatient Clinical Program Therapists / Social Workers Therapist Interns & Activity Therapists Receptionists & Environmental Services Technicians Nurse Practitioners & Psychiatrists (MDs)
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