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Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - First Shift Job Category: Professional Requisition Number: REGIS005718 Posting Details Full-Time Chicopee, MA 01020, USA Job Details Description The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a first shift in a team environment providing care to adults and/or teens at CHD?s Crisis Stabilization Unit; this is part of a single location providing crisis, outpatient behavioral health and brief stabilization care. **We are excited to offer a \$5,000 sign on bonus ** Essential duties for these roles may include: Collaborating with nurses, physicians, advance practice nurses, psychologists, social workers, or other professionals Collaborating with guardians, relatives, and significant others of people served when clinically indicated Documenting assessments and treatments in the electronic health record Monitoring vital signs Assessment of signs of substance withdrawal and completion of standardized assessment tools such as the Clinical Opioid Withdrawal Scale (COWS, CIWA, CIWAb) Fills physician orders Administers medications Engages in a medication reconciliation process Coordinates medical care Contributes to comprehensive assessments Brief crisis counseling Individualized crisis prevention planning Providing psychoeducation Assisting with discharge planning and care coordination. REQUIRMENTS: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse License in the State of Massachusetts Reliable, registered & insured vehicle and approved driving record check Approved criminal background check (CORI) Ability to work second shift schedule. SUCCESS FACTORS: The ideal candidate for this opportunity will be a self-motivated team player with a harm-reduction orientation to care. They will bring strong organizational skills, an ability to work independently and a passion for care for the individuals served. Lastly, bring your positive approach and sense of humor to fit in with our team of professionals! We offer a competitive salary to ensure that your hard work is recognized and rewarded. If you are looking for a chance to have a positive impact in this rewarding opportunity, apply today and join us in creating a brighter future for those we serve. LPN - \$35/hr. with \$2/hr. shift differential for overnights RN - \$43/hr. with a \$2/hr. shift differential for overnights Medical, Dental, and Vision 403(B) Paid Life Insurance Paid short- and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off Tuition assistance AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD), Care Finds a way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Licenses & Certifications Required Registered Nurse