Assistant Director, Nursing

Job Opportunity At Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your compassion, leadership, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Our Behavioral Health team works in a 150-bed inpatient facility focused on healing, safety, and innovation. Nurses benefit from a collaborative, team-oriented culture with balanced assignments and strong leadership support. We provide care across psychiatric, dual diagnosis, geriatric, and chemical dependency populations while promoting professional growth and work-life balance.

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role will:

• Assess patients and plan care within established time frames while documenting findings according to policy
• Oversee and supervise the assigned shift, ensuring smooth clinical operations
• Provide leadership through delegation of tasks such as group facilitation, close observation, and patient supervision
• Ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and high-quality patient care is consistently delivered
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and respond appropriately, including physician notification
• Administer medications in accordance with hospital policy
• Deliver compassionate care using empathy, dignity, and respect in all patient interactions
• Support and execute individualized treatment plans to achieve patient goals
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients

Applicants should have a current RN license in the state of Massachusetts and graduate from an accredited nursing program. Additional requirements include:

• Associate's degree in nursing required; BSN preferred
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required within 30 days of hire
• De-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire
• Behavioral Health, Psychiatric, or Chemical Dependency experience preferred
• Experience with patient assessments, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
• Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care

Full-Time

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Paid time off, disability coverage, and paid family leave
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Tuition assistance, certification support, and 401(k) with company match
• Employee Well-being:
  Wellness programs, mental health support, and employee assistance programs
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Hourly Range $51.06 – $68.94 per hour

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is a 150-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital serving the Western Massachusetts community. We provide comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient-centered environment. As a joint venture between Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, we are committed to making communities healthier® through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.