Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner, BMC Behavior Response Team, 24 Hours (Nights)

The Behavior Response Team is a newly forming innovative holistic model focused on providing cutting edge inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing agitation as a result of complex behavioral health, underlying medical, and substance use needs.

The Behavior Response team is an Advanced Practice Nurse-Led team that will focus on the reduction of workplace violence incidents through education and clinical support of the nursing and medical staff on the inpatient units and in the Emergency Department. In collaboration with Public Safety and other key stakeholders, the team will respond proactively to address agitation in patients, develop evidence-based treatment plans, make medication recommendations and consult support clinical teams as needed to meet the unique needs of the patient.

The Behavior Response Team Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will round proactively to mitigate agitation identified by the primary team and perform interventions aimed to reduce workplace violence. The person in this role will possess confidence and skill in de-escalation, deep listening, communication and problem solving. The team will round and evaluate patients in order to plan interventions to proactively reduce restraint and 1:1 safety observation use. The Behavior Response Team will serve as a critical education support for bedside staff. The ideal candidate will be an optimistic, compassionate, open-minded and curious team player with a passion to make a real difference in the safety of the workplace.

The Behavior Response Team is a newly forming innovative holistic model focused on providing cutting edge inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing agitation as a result of complex behavioral health, underlying medical, and substance use needs.

The Behavior Response team is an Advanced Practice Nurse-Led team that will focus on the reduction of workplace violence incidents through education and clinical support of the nursing and medical staff on the inpatient units and in the Emergency Department. In collaboration with Public Safety and other key stakeholders, the team will respond proactively to address agitation in patients, develop evidence-based treatment plans, make medication recommendations and consult support clinical teams as needed to meet the unique needs of the patient.

The Behavior Response Team Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will round proactively to mitigate agitation identified by the primary team and perform interventions aimed to reduce workplace violence. The person in this role will possess confidence and skill in de-escalation, deep listening, communication and problem solving. The team will round and evaluate patients in order to plan interventions to proactively reduce restraint and 1:1 safety observation use. The Behavior Response Team will serve as a critical education support for bedside staff. The ideal candidate will be an optimistic, compassionate, open-minded and curious team player with a passion to make a real difference in the safety of the workplace.

Position: Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner

Department: BMC Behavior Response Team

Schedule: 24 Hours (Nights)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Master's Degree from a Nurse Practitioner education program (with specialization in mental health) accredited by a Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing-recognized national accreditation body

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or five years of experience in Nursing preferred. Candidates who have a strong interest in working with patients who come from underserved populations are encouraged to apply. Prior Experience in working with, agitation and de-escalation techniques, patients struggling with Addiction, Behavioral Health or Dementia preferred. BIPOC and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Compensation Range:

$112,000.00- $162,500.00This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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