Registered Nurse, RN - Progressive Care Unit

Job Overview

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

• Massachusetts RN Licensure
• 12 months to less than 3 years of RN Experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Department Specific:
  Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Progressive Care Unit – Main Campus

Hours:

36 Hours – Full Time
Shift: Evenings/Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

• Level I – 0 to less than 12 months of RN Experience
• Level II – 12 months to less than 3 years of RN Experience
• Level III – 3 years to less than 8 years of RN Experience
• Level IV – 8 years of RN Experience

• 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 skills of team members
• 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

• 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

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and the healthcare team
• Knowledge of and application of the nursing process

$37.50 – $68.47 per hour