Med-Surg Registered Nurse - 36h FT, Day/Night Shifts

Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA, seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care across units. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, accurate assessments, and collaborative care with physicians and families.

Candidates must hold Massachusetts RN licensure and BLS certification; BSN is preferred. The position includes daytime and nighttime shifts with full-time hours and responsibilities for care planning, discharge planning, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure required.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Department-specific certifications may be required.
• Experience based on level I-IV.

Responsibilities

• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Integrates evidence-based practice into care.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops and evaluates individualized patient care plans.
• Uses nursing judgment to tailor care to patient needs.
• Manages patient assignment and delegates tasks as appropriate.
• Develops patient and family education plans and documents them.
• Respects patient/family rights and informed decisions.
• Revises care plans as health status changes.
• Coordinates discharge planning with referrals and resources.
• Supports training of new staff and precepts learners.
• Pursues professional development and participates in departmental committees.

Skills

Massachusetts RN Licensure

BLS Certification

Department Specific Certifications

Experience by Level I-IV

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA, seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care across units. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, accurate assessments, and collaborative care with physicians and families.

Candidates must hold Massachusetts RN licensure and BLS certification; BSN is preferred. The position includes daytime and nighttime shifts with full-time hours and responsibilities for care planning, discharge planning, and staff development.