Position: Registered Nurse
Location: Medical Surgical
Schedule: 36 Hours (Nights)
ABOUT THE Medical Surgical/6 West DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:
6 West is a 36 bed medical unit caring for geriatrics, cardiology, Med/Surg and CCU team general medical patients. 6 West cares for patients on Flolan & Remodulin. These medications are used in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension and Raynauds disease. Patients receiving these medications are cared for on 6 West as nurses receive specialized training in these medications and pumps.
6W is a designated unit for the Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program. The NICHE model is the premier national geriatric nursing program that addresses the needs of hospitalized older adults. NICHE works to ensure that adults age 65 and over receive care that promotes function, autonomy, and dignity. They are the leading nurse-driven program designed to address the complex needs of older adults ().
POSITION SUMMARY:
As an RN in the Medical Surgical, 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 Medical Surgical, 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 increasingat the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System
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 toor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.
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