Registered Nurse
- Bilingual
- BSN
- Driver's license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open registered nurse jobs in Rhode Island post a median of $47.78 an hour, the middle half $47.50–$53.55, across 153 jobs that state their pay. Registered nurses employed in Rhode Island earn a median of $48.39 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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- Limits on mandatory overtime: Hospitals may not require hourly nurses and certified nurse assistants to work beyond the scheduled shift, and never beyond twelve consecutive hours, except in unforeseeable emergencies (covers hourly nurses and certified nurse assistants in hospitals). 260-RICR-30-05-4, § 4.5(A) (under R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.20) (source: 260-RICR-30-05-4, § 4.5(A) (under R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.20))
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About the job
Registered Nurse
Hiring Range: $90,000-$93,000 annually
Expected starting salary range for new hires, based on experience and qualifications
Salary Range : $90,000-$100,000 annually
Full compensation range for the position
Schedule: Full-Time | 37.5 hours per week
WHY JOIN NEWPORT MENTAL HEALTH?
At Newport Mental Health, we invest in our employees by offering competitive pay, exceptional time-off benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.
What We Offer…
- 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) to start, with additional PTO for Director-level roles
- Up to 11 paid holidays each year
- 1 paid Flex Holiday each year
- Separate paid personal days
- Separate paid sick time
- $3,000 annual bilingual pay incentive
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Company-paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
*Benefits and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours, and employment status; additional criteria may apply to certain benefits and incentives.
WHO WE ARE…
Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.
For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…
Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide integrated, patient-centered care between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, with no weekends, holidays, or evenings. Nursing at NMH is team-based, offering an excellent opportunity to learn and strengthen therapeutic skills in a multidisciplinary setting. The Registered Nurse will work with an adult (18+) population with severe and persistent mental illness.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide professional, patient-centered, psychiatric/mental health nursing to clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
- Complete nursing assessments of client’s bio=social needs including MSE and assessment of risk profiles.
- Provide medication per MD/NP orders, including injections.
- Provide medication education based on client’s need and assessed level of readiness and level of understanding.
- Practice integrated health by coordinating with other healthcare professionals and medical facilities.
- Participate in professional interdisciplinary meetings.
- Maintain accurate patient medical records.
- Provide guidance and emotional support to patients and their family members.
- Actively engage in supervision of at least one-hour individual supervision per month and three hours of group supervision.
- The Team R.N. is responsible for reviewing and approving competencies of new staff for the supervised medication program.
Requirements
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…
- Current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State of Rhode Island.
- Previous psychiatric nursing experience preferred, which may include inpatient, outpatient, community support, emergency services.
- Bachelors of Science Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude, detail orientated a must.
- Willingness to take an active role in professional growth and the supervision process.
- Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to travel to our facilities throughout the area.
APPLY NOW
Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:
Human Resources
Newport Mental Health
42 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Tel: 401-846-1213
Fax: 401-324-6251
Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
From Newport County Community Mental Health Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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