Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN- Interventional Psychiatry, Harrington Hospital, Interventional

Position Summary

The Interventional Psychiatry LPN provides direct clinical support for advanced psychiatric treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), esketamine therapy, and long‑acting injectable (LAI) medications. This role involves treatment administration, patient monitoring, education, documentation, and close collaboration with psychiatric providers to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Exemption Status: Non‑Exempt

Hiring Range: $23.28 - $41.90 per hour.

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday.
Hours: 8 am – 4 pm (shifts may vary).
Shift: 1 – Day Shift, 8 Hours.
Cost Center: 25080 – 4220 Interventional Psychiatry.

Signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during interview process.

• Administer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatments per protocols and provider orders.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor patients receiving esketamine therapy in compliance with REMS requirements.
• Administer long‑acting injectable psychiatric medications per provider orders and best practice standards.
• Ensure accurate treatment setup, dosing verification, and equipment operation.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatments for side effects, adverse reactions, and changes in mental or physical status.
• Obtain and document vital signs and required assessments per protocol.
• Respond to emergent situations and elevate concerns to providers as needed.
• Maintain a calm, supportive environment for patients undergoing interventional treatments.
• Educate patients on treatment procedures, expectations, side effects, and post‑treatment instructions.
• Provide reassurance and therapeutic communication to reduce anxiety and promote adherence.
• Serve as a point of contact for patient questions related to treatments.
• Accurately document treatments, assessments, patient responses, and communications in the electronic health record.
• Maintain compliance with clinic policies, state nursing regulations, and federal requirements, including REMS for esketamine.
• Assist with treatment logs, audits, and quality assurance activities.
• Work closely with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff to coordinate care.
• Assist with scheduling, treatment flow, and maintaining efficient clinic operations.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuing education related to interventional psychiatry.

• Active Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient monitoring skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

• Experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, or interventional psychiatry.
• Prior experience with TMS, esketamine, or injectable medications (training may be provided).
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR).
• Comfort working in a fast‑evolving, specialty mental health setting.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to operate medical equipment.
• Ability to lift or assist patients as needed.
• Full‑time, clinic‑based position with regular weekday hours (schedule may vary).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

At UMass Memorial Health, we encourage applications from individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds. If you are unable to submit an application because of assistive technology or disability, please contact us at talent acquisition; we will make every effort to respond promptly for disability assistance.