Experienced Registered Nurse, 36 Hour Day, Critical Care Float Pool

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse for Tertiary Care in Massachusetts. The nurse will provide safe, evidence-based care within the Lahey Clinic Practice Model, under supervision by Nurse Managers, and will coordinate care across the continuum for diverse patients and families.

Responsibilities include clinical judgment, leadership, education, and adherence to ethics and policies. Minimum qualifications require MA RN license and BLS certification, with 2+ years of

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide safe patient care by applying clinical judgment and planning.
• Deliver age-appropriate care and assess patient and family needs.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and other team members for coordinated care.
• Contribute to quality improvement and mandatory education activities.

Education

RN license (Massachusetts Board of Registration)

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. Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager/Tertiary Team Leader, the Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care 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 Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care 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 Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care, 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 Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care 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 Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care 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

Job Description: Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

I. Clinical Judgment and Decision Making:

• A. The Staff Registered Nurse: Tertiary Care 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:

• 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.

III. Clinical Leadership:

• A. Demonstrates professional behavior by adhering to unit policies and procedures, practice guidelines specific to the setting and the ANA Code of Ethics.
• B. Demonstrates skills as a responsive team member.
• C. Demonstrates role of nurse as teacher.
• D. Demonstrate ability to fulfill role in Regulatory compliance and readiness.

IV. Clinical Scholarship:

• A. Upholds standards of quality nursing care.
• B. Demonstrates a commitment to life long learning.
• C. Demonstrates evidenced based practice (EBP) in nursing.

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:

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 or American Red Cross

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Clinical Skills/Technical Knowledge:

• 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 Critical Care experience preferred

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. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.

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.