Acute Care RN - Patient-Centered, Safety-Focused

South Shore Health; Swampscott (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented care using the nursing process. You will coordinate care across assessments, planning, and delivery in alignment with hospital policies and patient needs.

In this role you will administer medications, document care, update care plans, and support patient and family centered care. A Massachusetts RN license and acute care experience are preferred; hospital teamwork and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current MA license or eligibility.
• Experience in acute care setting preferred.
• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications following SSH policies and accurately documents administration.
• Develops and updates individualized care plans with patient and family input.
• Documents all care per nursing policy and relevant disease processes.
• Assesses pain and responds with appropriate interventions.
• Communicates daily plan of care and discharge/barriers with the team.
• Maintains patient safety with time-outs and infection control.
• Engages in professional development and policy updates.
• Utilizes technology and downtime procedures effectively.
• Complies with regulatory, privacy, and security requirements.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Patient safety

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Lotus Notes

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented care using the nursing process. You will coordinate care across assessments, planning, and delivery in alignment with hospital policies and patient needs.

In this role you will administer medications, document care, update care plans, and support patient and family centered care. A Massachusetts RN license and acute care experience are preferred; hospital teamwork and safety are essential.