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Assessment Nurse

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN), Springfield, MA, United States


Overview
As an Assessment Nurse, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals enrolled in the One Care program by completing comprehensive MDS (Minimum Data Set) health assessments. You’ll meet people where they are—conducting assessments in homes, community settings, or office environments—while promoting dignity, respect, and person-centered care.

What We Offer

A mission-driven organization and Certified Great Place to Work, recognized among the top employers in Massachusetts

The opportunity to make a direct impact on individuals with complex medical, behavioral health, and substance use needs

A flexible work environment with a mix of in-home visits, telehealth, and telephonic assessments

Supportive leadership, team collaboration, and ongoing professional development

A values-based culture focused on dignity, respect, and person-centered care.

What You’ll Do

Conduct initial and annual health assessments for individuals with complex medical, behavioral health, and substance use needs

Collaborate with individuals to develop and maintain person-centered care plans

Build strong, professional relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and funding sources

Educate individuals and their families/support systems on health-related topics

Promote use of emergency department diversion services such as InstED

Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation, including MDS and program-specific forms

Complete critical incident reporting and mandated reporting as needed

Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development

Respond to emails and phone communications within one business day

Uphold agency policies, procedures, and mission-driven values in all interactions

Who You Are
You are a compassionate, detail-oriented nurse who thrives in community-based settings and is committed to whole-person care. You bring strong clinical judgment, cultural humility, and a collaborative mindset to your work.

Build trust quickly and treat every individual with dignity and respect

Lead with empathy, actively listening and responding without judgment

Are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities effectively

Communicate clearly and professionally across diverse audiences

Value teamwork and collaborate effectively across disciplines

Embrace feedback and continuously seek opportunities to learn and improve

Are adaptable and open to change, including new technologies and workflows

Are committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care

Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts (required)

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Valid driver’s license and reliable, legally registered vehicle available during working hours

Experience working with individuals with behavioral health and/or substance use disorders (strongly preferred)

Bilingual (Spanish/English) (preferred)

Knowledge of mental health, substance use, and the intersection of medical and behavioral health systems

Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), email, and basic computer systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Pay - $35-$42.50 Per Hour

We Hire for Purpose! At BHN, our nurses play a vital role in improving access to care and supporting individuals with complex needs. As an Assessment Nurse, your expertise will help guide care, promote dignity, and ensure members receive the services they need to live healthier, more stable lives.

How To Apply
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as part of a dedicated and compassionate team, we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume to

Jennifer.Cuffy-Ramos@bhninc.org

Or

Click "Apply for Job"

below or visit

www.bhnworks.org

to apply.

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