Registered Nurse, RN- R3 Intermediate Care- New Competitive Pay

## Registered Nurse, RN- R3 Intermediate Care
- New Competitive Pay!

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Lowell General Hospital - 1 Hospital Drivetime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R24767

Posting Description
** Job Overview
** The RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.
** Location**:
Riley 3 (R3) Unit
- Saints Campus
** Hours**: 36 Hours (Full-Time) Weekend and Holiday Commitment Required
** Shift**:
Evenings/Nights 7:00PM-7:00AM
* The Community RN Career Direct Care Pathway placement is comprised of four levels based on a RN’s minimum experience, education, and qualifications.
*** Level I** - 0 – Less than 12 Months of RN Experience.
** Level II** - 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience.
** Level III** - 3 Years - Less than 8 Years of RN Experience.
** Level IV** - 8 Years of RN Experience.
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* Duties and Responsibilities:

** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
* Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates.
* 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 and 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 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.
** Job Description
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Department Specific:
Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

** 1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
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* Physical Requirements:

** 1. Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.
2. Prolonged standing and walking.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
4. Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.
5. Exposure of blood-borne pathogens.
6. Requires fine manual dexterity to lift and maneuver patients.
7. Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.
** Skills & Abilities:
** 1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
** About Lowell General
** For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
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