Acute Care RN: Patient-Centered Care & Safety

South Shore Health; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome oriented care in an acute care setting in Massachusetts. You will follow hospital policies for medication administration, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate a clear plan of care with patients and families.

The role emphasizes patient safety, timely discharge planning, and ongoing participation in professional development and compliance with clinical standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensed RN (Registered Nurse).
• Acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies for medications.
• Develops and communicates a prioritized plan of care for each patient.
• Document all patient care per nursing policy and unit standards.
• Assess pain and document patient response to interventions.
• Facilitate discharge planning and communicate barriers.
• Verifies patient identification before procedures and adheres to safety protocols.
• Maintains ongoing professional development and compliance with training requirements.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient advocacy

Documentation

Safety procedures

Team communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Lotus Notes

Job description

South Shore Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome oriented care in an acute care setting in Massachusetts. You will follow hospital policies for medication administration, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate a clear plan of care with patients and families.

The role emphasizes patient safety, timely discharge planning, and ongoing participation in professional development and compliance with clinical standards.