Behavioral Health RN
Brattleboro, Vermont
Brattleboro Retreat

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Days)

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Float position: Must be willing to float to all units including adolescents and adults.
• Start date is fixed and mandatory.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to identify individual and group needs and interventions.
• Utilize the nursing process to meet the needs of patients requiring complex nursing care.
• Provide clinical supervision of Mental Health Workers (MHWs) to ensure safe and therapeutic care delivery.
• The program offers 24-hour care focused on co-occurring disorders, including medically assisted drug and alcohol withdrawal, stabilization, and education to support recovery.
• Treatment includes managing co-occurring psychiatric issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years as an RN, with inpatient psychiatric experience within the last 3 months (Long-term care experience not accepted).
• Psych/Behavioral Health experience with all age groups must be clearly listed on the resume.
• Must be willing to float to other units and take charge shifts.
• First-time travelers will be considered.
• Active Vermont or Compact RN license required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Psych skills checklist from within the last year required.
• Two supervisory references from the last 2 years of employment required.
• Resume must include psych experience and all age groups served.
• Must be able to start on the specified date without exceptions.

Additional Information

• Return to Office (RTO) blackout dates apply; RTO cannot exceed 7 days.
• CPI training is offered onsite; confirmation required at submission.
• Candidates must include their address or driver's license in the submission packet; those living within 35 miles of the facility will be subject to a rate adjustment.
• The area is rural with limited housing and public transportation options; candidates should plan accordingly.
• Overtime is paid at the base rate; holiday and callback shifts are paid at 1.25x with a minimum of 2 hours for callback.
• Orientation includes 8 hours of nonbillable time.
• The employer reserves the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract.

Work Environment & Community

• Located in a small town with a vibrant downtown featuring restaurants, pubs, breweries, theaters, galleries, and boutiques.
• Outdoor activities nearby include swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and biking tours.
• Close proximity to local and state parks.

Prior Travel Experience

• No prior travel experience required.