Emergency Department Registered Nurse - Fast-Paced Acute Care

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

Job summary

South Shore Health System in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented care using the nursing process. You will coordinate assessment, planning, and delivery of care in collaboration with the patient and family.

The role emphasizes medication administration, documentation, and adherence to safety standards, with focus on discharge planning and prompt communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• RN license required.
• Acute care experience preferred.
• Ability to follow hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications following SSH policies and procedures.
• Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for each patient.
• Document all patient care per nursing policy and unit standards.
• Assess patient pain and comfort, and document responses to interventions.
• Facilitate discharge planning and communicate barriers early.
• Maintain a culture of safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Lotus Notes

Job description

South Shore Health System in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide individualized, outcome-oriented care using the nursing process. You will coordinate assessment, planning, and delivery of care in collaboration with the patient and family.

The role emphasizes medication administration, documentation, and adherence to safety standards, with focus on discharge planning and prompt communication across shifts.