Registered Nurse, Float Pool, 36 Hours (Day/Night) Every Third Weekend

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff self-scheduling

Weekend/Night shift differentials

Subsidized medical, dental, vision

Nurse staffing plans that exceed state

Training and professional growth

Job summary

Boston Medical Center Brighton seeks a Registered Nurse for the Med/Surg Float Pool. The role provides 24/7 clinical coverage for adult medical/surgical patients in a fast‑paced setting, with a 36‑hour schedule and day/night rotation.

Responsibilities include delivering comprehensive nursing care, coordinating with the care team, updating records, and supporting quality improvement initiatives within BMCHS. Massachusetts RN license and BLS/ACLS as applicable are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
• 1+ years of RN experience preferred
• ACLS certification required in certain units
• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years
• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification required for certain practice areas
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in the Medical Surgical, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients.
• Communicate with various health care team members, patients, and their families
• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues
• Update and manage patient records
• Enter and interpret computerized data/information
• Follow guidelines and policies established by BMCHS nursing organization
• Assist the leadership team as needed in quality improvement projects

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical nursing

Verbal and written communication

Computer proficiency

Physical ability

Language skills a plus

Education

Massachusetts RN license

BSN/ASN/Diploma

BLS certification

ACLS certification (required in some units)

Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

Tools

None

Job description

At Boston Medical Center Brighton our nurses are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, BMC Brighton nurses are advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That's why you'll find a supportive work environment at BMC Brighton with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment. There's never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC nurse.

Position:Registered Nurse
Location: Float Pool
Schedule: 36 Hours, Day/Night rotation

ABOUT THE UNIT:

The Med/Surge Float RNs provide 24/7 clinical excellence for med/surge areas. Float pool nurses care for medical and surgical adult populations. Working in the float pool hones your med-surge skills and provides a clinical overview that is unparalleled in any other med/surge area

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver nursing care in the Medical Surgical, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients

• Communicate with various health care team members, patients, and their families

• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues

• Update and manage patient records

• Enter and interpret computerized data/information

• Follow guidelines and policies established by BMCHS nursing organization

• Assist the leadership team as needed in quality improvement projects

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• 1+ years of RN experience preferred

• Certification in basic life support (BLS)

• Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS) certification required in certain units

• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification required for certain practice areas

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities

• Basic computer proficiency

• Fluency in another language a plus

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay

• Staff self-scheduling

• Weekend/Night shift differentials

• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Nurse staffing plans that often exceed state standards for quality and safety

• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth

Compensation Range:

$39.80- $93.69

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans