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Staff Nurse

At Boston Medical Center (BMC) our nurses are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit BMC nurses are advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients families and community. Join our Magnet recognized organization as a registered nurse (RN) and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all.

As both the largest trauma hospital and largest safety net hospital in New England you get a chance to be a part of exciting leading edge clinical care in a truly mission driven organization. As one of the top places to work in health care we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC with rich opportunities throughout your career for training development and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

There’s never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC nurse.

Position:
Staff Nurse

Department:
Surgical Stepdown

Schedule:

36 Hours Nights / rotating weekend

ABOUT THE CRITICAL CARE/3W IMCU DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

BMC's Surgical Step Down unit is a 38-bed unit providing care for intermediate level surgical patients. The patient population consists of post-operative and surgical specialty patients including trauma vascular surgery neurosurgery transplant patients and cardiothoracic surgery.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As an RN in the Critical Care unit you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care. Using our patient-centered care model you will be uplifted by a supportive nursing organization and will be able to deliver the excellent care to your patients that they deserve.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver nursing care in the Critical Care unit including assessing diagnosing planning intervening evaluating and educating patients
• Communicate with various health care team members patients and their families
• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues
• Update and manage patient records
• Enter and interpret computerized data/information
• Follow guidelines and policies established by BMC’s nursing organization
• Assist the leadership team as needed in quality improvement projects

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

1+ years of RN experience preferred

Certification in basic life support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS) certification required in certain units

Nursing degree:
Diploma ASN or BSN (preferred)

Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty certification required for certain practice areas

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Physical ability to meet job responsibilities

Basic computer proficiency

Fluency in another language a plus

JOB BENEFITS:

Competitive pay

Staff self-scheduling

Weekend shift differentials

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs

Highly subsidized medical dental and vision insurance options

Nurse staffing plans that often exceed state standards for quality and safety

Supportive work environment with a focus on training professional development and growth

Access to Pathways a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Talent acquisition or call  to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range: 38.05- 75.33

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. In addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) contract increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches earned time cash out paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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