MetroWest Medical Center's Leonard Morse Hospital — a behavioral health specialty center in Natick, Massachusetts — is recruiting an experienced Registered Nurse for its Adult Behavioral Health unit. This is a direct patient care role within a facility purpose-built for mental health services, backed by the resources and recognition of a Joint Commission Gold Seal-accredited health system. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is available for eligible candidates, making this a compelling opportunity for RNs ready to specialize in psychiatric and behavioral health nursing in the greater Boston metro area.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare support, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Adult Behavioral Health unit at Leonard Morse Hospital — a dedicated behavioral health specialty center within the MetroWest Medical Center system
- Direct clinical patient care role with per-shift responsibility for assessment, care planning, and implementation across assigned patients
- Accountable for supervision of staff to whom care is appropriately delegated
- Nursing practice grounded in established standards of safety, risk management, quality improvement, and infection control
- Coordination and integration of patient care based on the full nursing process, from admission through discharge optimization
- Participation in Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) responsibilities during emergency and disaster situations
- Supported by CNO-level leadership with a focus on high-quality, safe, and resource-appropriate nursing care
- Part of a health system recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval for quality and patient safety
- System-wide affiliation with Framingham Union Hospital, offering access to advanced cardiac, oncology, maternity (Special Care Level IIB nursery), and emergency services
- MetroWest Medical Center ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures and named one of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention (2023)
Qualifications
- Graduate of a state-approved or accredited school of nursing — required
- Current Massachusetts RN licensure (or eligibility to obtain); must meet all state law and regulatory requirements for practice
- Current CPR certification — required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in nursing — preferred
- Comfort with behavioral health patient population and psychiatric nursing standards of care
About the Community
Natick is a well-established suburb located approximately 20 miles west of Boston, offering an exceptional quality of life with top-rated public schools, abundant recreational amenities, and easy access to the cultural and professional resources of the greater Boston metropolitan area. The MetroWest region is known for its strong sense of community, diverse dining and arts scene, and proximity to outdoor recreation including the Charles River trail system and numerous state parks. Cost of living, while reflective of the broader Boston metro, is notably more accessible than the city itself — making Natick an attractive base for healthcare professionals seeking urban proximity without urban density.