Epitec is seeking a/an Acute Inpatient Registered Nurse to support adult inpatient psychiatric care at Eleanor Slater Hospital in Rhode Island. This opportunity will assist during a major hospital transition to a new facility while providing high-quality patient care in an acute behavioral health environment. We are seeking compassionate, adaptable nurses who can thrive in a fast-paced inpatient setting and maintain a strong focus on patient safety and therapeutic care.
Job Details
Job Title: Acute Inpatient Registered Nurse
State date: 11/02/2026
Location: Cranston, Rhode Island
Schedule: 24-40 hours per week
Shifts: All shifts needed
Schedule will include any day of the week
Mandatory every other weekend
Days off determined based on hospital needs
Contract Duration: Long term
Candidates must be flexible with schedules and hours
Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to adult inpatient psychiatric patients.
Conduct patient assessments and monitor physical and behavioral health status.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
Maintain patient observations, clinical documentation, and required records.
Participate in admissions, patient handoffs, care planning, and patient education.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support treatment goals and patient safety.
Respond to behavioral and medical emergencies as required.
Support safe and consistent unit operations during the hospital transition process.
Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license meeting Rhode Island practice requirements.
Experience in inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings preferred.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to adapt to changing workflows and patient care needs.
Comfortable working all shifts, including mandatory every other weekend.
Able to work a minimum of 24 hours per week and up to 40 hours per week.
Required
State RN License
Required Upon Hire
Annual Physical
CPR Certification
TB Test (within 1 year)
Tdap
MMR
Varicella
HepB Vaccine Proof or Declination
Annual Flu Vaccine or Declination
Driver's License
N95 Fit Test
COVID Vaccine Proof (if available, not required)
If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in an inpatient psychiatric setting while supporting a critical healthcare transition, we encourage you to apply today.