Acute Care RN: Patient-Centered, Impactful Nursing

South Shore Health; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking an experienced RN to provide individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will manage care using the nursing process, coordinate plans with the care team, and document outcomes according to hospital policies.

The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, safety, and ongoing professional development, with admission assessments completed within eight hours of admission and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred.
• RN - Registered Nurse required; various certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers, transcribes, and documents medications per SSH policies.
• Develops and updates individualized plan of care and documents outcomes.
• Performs admissions assessments within 8 hours and educates patient/family.
• Maintains patient safety with time-out, hand hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
• Utilizes technology such as Lotus Notes and LMS for communications.
• Ensures patient and family-centered care and culturally appropriate interactions.
• Supports professional development with ongoing learning and policy updates.

Skills

Nursing care planning

Medication administration

Documentation

Patient safety

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Lotus Notes

Learning Management System

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking an experienced RN to provide individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will manage care using the nursing process, coordinate plans with the care team, and document outcomes according to hospital policies.

The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, safety, and ongoing professional development, with admission assessments completed within eight hours of admission and adherence to regulatory standards.