Acute Care RN: Patient-Centered, Impactful Nursing

South Shore Health; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care using the nursing process. The role emphasizes medication administration, care planning, patient-family centered care, safety, and compliance in a dynamic acute care setting.

The RN will document care, coordinate admissions/discharges, and pursue ongoing professional development while maintaining privacy and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• RN license to practice in MA.
• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.
• Acute care RN experience preferred.
• Knowledge of patient safety and compliance policies.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications according to SSH policies; complete documentation.
• Develop, update and communicate individualized plan of care; assist with admission/discharge planning.
• Maintain a culture of safety; ensure proper patient identification and hygiene practices.
• Engage in professional development and evidence-based practice; participate in performance improvement.
• Utilize technology to support nursing workflows and downtime procedures.
• Protect patient privacy and comply with privacy/security programs.
• Collaborate with patient and family in care planning; welcome family involvement.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and address diverse patient needs.

Skills

Nursing Process

Medication Administration

Documentation

Plan of Care

Safety & Compliance

Communication with Patient & Family

Ethics & Policy Awareness

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Lotus Notes

Learning Management System

Clinical Software

Job description

South Shore Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care using the nursing process. The role emphasizes medication administration, care planning, patient-family centered care, safety, and compliance in a dynamic acute care setting.

The RN will document care, coordinate admissions/discharges, and pursue ongoing professional development while maintaining privacy and regulatory standards.