Registered Nurse, Surgical Step Down, 36 Hours - Boston, United States - Boston Medical Center

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    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.

    Position: Staff Nurse

    Location: Surgical Step Down

    Schedule: Full Time, 36 Hours, Permanent Nights, E/O 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 diversityat 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 call to let us know the nature of your request.

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