Per Diem Registered Nurse - Perioperative Services

Baystate Health; Palmer, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative Services team at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, MA. The role supports a fast-paced surgical environment, working with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing colleagues, and an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality patient-centered perioperative care.

The position requires MA RN licensure and at least one year of nursing experience, with a focus on age-appropriate patient care and collaboration

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• One or more years of nursing experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe, age-appropriate, patient-centered care.
• Any exception to experience requirements must be approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Professional Practice Model, MA Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, and Baystate Health values.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Administer medications and treatments safely while maintaining standards of nursing practice.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and intervene appropriately to promote optimal outcomes and patient safety.
• Educate patients and families throughout the perioperative experience and support discharge planning needs.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate effective patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, shared governance activities, and departmental performance improvement efforts.
• Maintain clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional development through required education and annual competencies.

Skills

MA RN licensure

Nursing experience

Patient-centered care

Age-appropriate care

Job description

Job Summary

Per Diem Registered Nurse - Perioperative Services Per Diem Registered Nurse in Palmer, MA | Baystate Health Careers Department: Perioperative Services Location: Baystate Wing Hospital, Palmer, Massachusetts Job Type: Per Diem Shift: Days Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Health is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse to join our Perioperative Services team at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, Massachusetts. Our Perioperative Services team provides comprehensive surgical care for patients undergoing operative and procedural interventions, working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. The Per Diem Registered Nurse role offers the opportunity to provide skilled clinical care in a fast-paced surgical environment while supporting patients and families throughout their perioperative experience. Wing Hospital is a beautifully renovated 74-bed community hospital serving the Palmer, MA region. As part of Baystate Health, Wing combines advanced technology, high-quality patient care, and meaningful nursing careers while maintaining a close-knit, community-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Professional Practice Model, MA Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, and Baystate Health values.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Administer medications and treatments safely while maintaining standards of nursing practice.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and intervene appropriately to promote optimal outcomes and patient safety.
• Educate patients and families throughout the perioperative experience and support discharge planning needs.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate effective patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, shared governance activities, and departmental performance improvement efforts.
• Maintain clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional development through required education and annual competencies.

Schedule Details

• Job Type: Per Diem
• Shift: Days
• Hours: As Needed
• Schedule: Per Diem coverage based on department needs
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• On-Call Requirement: As applicable
• Other Scheduling Requirements: Minimum commitment of 24 hours every 6 weeks

Benefits

Benefits That Support You At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.
• Additional Benefits: Eligibility-based wellness and employee assistance programs.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice. Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield

Required Skills

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• One or more years of nursing experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe, age-appropriate, patient-centered care.
• Any exception to experience requirements must be approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in Perioperative Services, Surgical Services, Operating Room, PACU, or procedural care settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

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Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.


Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $41.82 - $54.06 - $66.30

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.