ER Nurse at a Dynamic Teaching Hospital

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic ED setting. You will assess, prioritize, treat, and stabilize patients with a wide range of urgent and emergent needs, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safety and positive outcomes.

The role emphasizes rapid assessment, individualized care plans, and education for patients and families, with

Responsibilities

• Rapidly assess, prioritize, and provide care for patients with acute and emergent conditions
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Deliver timely interventions to stabilize patients and support positive outcomes
• Coordinate patient care in a fast-paced environment to ensure safe and efficient treatment
• Delegate and guide assistive personnel appropriately
• Work closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver emergency care
• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring safety and quality at every step
• Provide education and discharge instructions tailored to patient needs and comprehension
• Engage family members and caregivers in care and transition planning when appropriate
• Maintain required certifications, competencies, and annual education
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental training
• Support a culture of continuous learning and professional development

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic ED setting. You will assess, prioritize, treat, and stabilize patients with a wide range of urgent and emergent needs, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safety and positive outcomes.

The role emphasizes rapid assessment, individualized care plans, and education for patients and families, with