Registered Nurse,RN - Short Stay Unit Job Lowell area,Massachusetts USA,Nursing

New Competitive Pay!

Location:

Short Stay Unit
- Main Campus.

Hours:

36 hours Full-Time.

Shift: Days 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
- Weekend + holiday rotation required.

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders and includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.

Job Overview

The RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Massachusetts RN Licensure.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

Department Specific:
Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.

Experience based on level (I, II, III, or IV).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Duties and Responsibilities

Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.

Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.

Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.

Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.

Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient’s needs.

Manages own patient assignment by delegating effectively based on patient needs and team members’ skills.

Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.

Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.

Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.

Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.

Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into the unit.

Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.

Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.

Participates in departmental committees as needed.

Physical Requirements

Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.

Prolonged standing and walking.

Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.

Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.

Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Requires fine manual dexterity to lift and maneuver patients.

Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.

Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.

What We Offer

Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards.
Competitive salaries and benefits.
Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses.
403(b) retirement plan with company match.
Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or other council opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Clinical mobility tracks.

Pay Range: $37.50 - $68.47.

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Registered Nurse, RN - Short Stay Unit