Registered Nurse, Surgical Step Down, 36 Hours (Nights)

Full job description
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: Registered Nurse

Location: Surgical IMCU

Schedule: 36 Hours (Nights)

ABOUT THE Critical Care/3W Intermediate Care Unit 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:

Must have active or pending Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license or the ability to obtain one.

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 Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

NursingCC - Critical Care (SICU, MICU, Step down)
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