Baystate Noble, Flex Team RN, 36 hour night 7p-7:30am

Baystate Health; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health in Westfield, MA, seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care per established standards. You will monitor and refine patient care, apply the nursing process to individuals and families, and supervise care delivery within the unit.

Responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, with emphasis on advocacy, ethical practice, and ongoing professional growth through required in-services and certifications.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing is required.
• Current MA RN license is required.
• ACLS, BLS and PALS certifications are required or in active renewals.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients by collecting comprehensive data.
• Diagnose nursing issues based on assessment data.
• Identify and document expected patient outcomes.
• Develop a care plan with strategies to achieve outcomes.
• Implement and coordinate care with the health team.
• Evaluate patient progress toward outcomes.
• Support patient/family education and transition plans.
• Maintain practice within safety, ethical and legal standards.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Assessment skills

Care planning

Patient advocacy

Interpersonal communication

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Tools

ACLS

BLS

PALS

Job description

Summary: Responsible for the provision of basic nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with current BNH Standards of Care. Administers and monitors therapeutic interventions proficiently. Demonstrates proficiency in applying the nursing process to assigned patients and families. Assumes accountability for the outcomes of nursing care. Provides direct supervision to other health team members in the implementation of the patient care plan. Effectively delegates care to peers, Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Orderlies and other direct care givers consistent with their level of education and expertise. Acts as an advocate for patients/families/significant others. Assumes accountability for own professional practice and for aspects of nursing care delegated to others. Practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing. Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and stressful patient situations. Consistently positive performance appraisals in key areas of function and interpersonal skills. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time. Evidence of a commitment to professional growth through participation in continuing education. Completes mandatory unit, Patient Care Division, and hospital wide in-services and requirements

Job Responsibilities

1. 1) Assessment: The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or the situation
2. 2) Diagnosis: The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine issue
3. 3) Outcome identification: The registered nurse identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation.
4. 4) Planning: The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes stratagies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes
5. 5) Implementation: The registered nurse implements the identified pla, coordinates care delivery and employs strategies to promote health and healthy environment.
6. 6) Evaluation: The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.
7. 7) The registered nurse manages nurse-patient/family relationships which may include advocacy, comfort, cultural competence and sensitivity, therapeutic communication, education, and health care transition management.
8. 8) The registered nurse meets all practice/safety, HCAHPS and quality standards

Education

Diploma in Nursing (Required)

Certifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support - OtherOtherOther
• Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support - OtherOtherOther
• Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Compensation Note

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $41.59 - $52.68 - $64.81

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield