Experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse, Nursing Float Pool, 36-Hours, Rotating Schedule

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse for the Nursing Float Pool on a 36-hour rotating shift under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The RN provides safe, high-quality care in line with the Lahey Clinic Professional Practice Model and MA Nurse Practice Act.

The role emphasizes clinical judgment, professional relationships, and continuous improvement. Two plus years Med/Surg experience preferred; BLS required; MA RN licensure eligibility and ongoing

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state approved and/or accredited School of Nursing.
• Current license to practice professional nursing (Massachusetts).
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• 2+ years Med/Surg nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe patient care with organizational skills for safe care delivery.
• Develop a culturally competent care plan and coordinate with the care team.
• Deliver age-appropriate care and evaluate outcomes.
• Foster professional relationships and educate patients and families.

Skills

Med/Surg nursing

BLS certification

Interpersonal skills

Education

Nursing degree

RN licensure in MA

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people's lives.

Experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse, Nursing Float Pool, 36-Hours, Rotating Schedule Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager/Tertiary Team Leader, the Registered Nurse practices within the Lahey Clinic Professional Practice Model, MA Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics and demonstrates Lahey Clinic's core values that reflect its Mission.

The nurse-patient/family relationship, continuity of care and accountability are central to the delivery of individualized high quality patient care. A Registered Nurse demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expected standards of care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, spiritual, safety and age-appropriate considerations of patients. The Registered Nurse, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of Massachusetts Rules & Regulations- 244 CMR 3.0, shall bear full and ultimate responsibility for the quality of nursing care he/she provides to individuals and groups. Included in such responsibility are health maintenance, teaching, counseling, collaborative planning and restoration of optimal functioning and comfort or for the dignified death of those they serve. The Registered Nurse assumes the responsibility for the plan of care and has the authority to make decisions and is held accountable for decisions specific to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan. The registered nurse facilitates the coordination of care across the continuum and demonstrates safe practice within the domains of: Clinical judgment and decision making, Professional Relationships, Clinical leadership, Clinical scholarship. A responsibility and function of the Registered Nurse includes Delegation & Supervision in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of Massachusetts Rules & Regulations- 244 CMR 3.0 Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse: Board of Registration in Nursing and the ANA Principles of Delegation. The delegating registered nurse at Lahey Clinic bears the full and ultimate responsibility that includes but is not limited to: Making an appropriate assignment, Properly and adequately teaching, directing and supervising the delegate, The outcome of the delegation. The Registered Nurse provides care directly to patients and in collaboration with other health care team members. The Registered Nurse maintains a current level of knowledge and skill with technical procedures as defined by nursing specialty organization, complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies, and is currently licensed in the state of Massachusetts as a registered nurse.

Job Description: Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

I. Clinical Judgment and Decision Making: Ways in which nurses come to understand the problems, issues or concerns of patients/families, to attend to relevant/critical information, and to respond in concerned and involved ways.

A. The Registered Nurse is expected to and is accountable for providing safe patient care by demonstrating organizational skills that maintain and coordinate safe delivery of quality care for assigned patients/families.

• Develops a culturally competent plan of care that identifies patient problems, expected outcomes, and addresses preventative measures.

B. Performs systematic patient and family assessment relevant to practice settings.

C. Delivers care that is specific to the age of the patient.

D. Evaluates effectiveness of care and adapts plan based on patient/family response.

II. Professional Relationship: The professional relationship is based upon Lahey Clinic's guiding principles and positive effective communication. This relationship extends beyond formal assessment to integrate the particular patient’s response and his/her religious/spiritual, ethnic and cultural beliefs into the plan of care.

A. Establishes professional relationship with nurses, physicians and other colleagues and patients and families.

• The relationship includes the patient and family as a partner in care and is based upon Swanson's Theory of Caring.

B. Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and treatment including preventative measures appropriate to the patient.

C. Supports Lahey Clinics commitment to community based activities both within the Lahey community and beyond.

Organizational Requirements:

• Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement, and Goals into daily activities.
• Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
• Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
• Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
• Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
• Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
• Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
• Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of a state approved and/or accredited School of Nursing.

Licensure, Certification, Registration:

• Current license to practice professional nursing from the Massachusetts Board of Registration
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• a. Demonstrates the necessary clinical skills and technical knowledge to provide care for patients according to Nursing Policy and Procedures. See Skill Record.
• b. Demonstrates the necessary clinical skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to the unit-specific competencies. See Skill Record.
• c. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Experience: - 2 plus years of Med/Surg experience strongly preferred.

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $37.00 - $95.37 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.