Registered Nurse, Surgical Step Down, 36 Hours (Nights/Weekends/Holidays)

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 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.

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