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

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff self-scheduling

Weekend shift differentials

Tuition reimbursement and remission

Job summary

Boston Medical Center (BMC) invites you to join the Med/Surge Float Pool as a Registered Nurse. The Float Pool supports med/surge and IMCU areas with flexible, 24/7 coverage.

The role emphasizes variety, professional growth, and delivering evidence-based care to patients and families. As a Magnet® recognized organization and the largest trauma and safety net hospital in New England, BMC offers a mission-driven environment, strong teamwork, and opportunities for training and advancement in

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
• 1+ years of RN experience preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification may be required in certain units.
• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN; BSN obtainable within 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in Medical Surgical units, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and education.
• Coordinate with and educate patients and families; document care and update patient records.
• Delegate appropriate care activities to inter-professional colleagues; follow BMC nursing policies.
• Perform data entry and interpretation of computerized patient information.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Physical stamina

Education

Diploma in Nursing

ASN/BSN degree

BSN in progress

Job description

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our nurses are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, BMC nurses are advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a registered nurse (RN) and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all. As both the largest trauma hospital and largest safety net hospital in New England, you get a chance to be a part of exciting leading edge clinical care, in a truly mission driven organization.

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, 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 (Nights / Every Third Weekend)

Medical Surgical/Med Surge Float Pool DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER

The Med/Surge Float RNs provide 24/7 clinical excellence for med/surge and IMCU areas. The team consists of approximately 70 RN staff with diverse clinical expertise. Nurses must be flexible and versatile. They enjoy the challenge of the variety of experiences that the float pool provides. Float pool nurses care for medical and surgical adult and pediatric (over 15) populations as well as the IMCU patient population after specialized classes and training, and Patients in the Observation unit. Float pool nurses rise to the challenge of opening and staffing surge units when necessary. Working in the float pool hones your med-surge skills and provides a clinical overview of BMC that is unparalleled in any other med/surge area.

Position Summary

As an RN in the Medical Surgical, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care. Using our patient-centered care model you will be uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, and will be able to deliver the excellent care to your patients that they deserve.

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 BMC’s 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 responsibilitiesBasic computer proficiency
• Fluency in another language a plus

Job Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Staff self-scheduling
• Weekend shift differentials
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• 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
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System

Compensation Range

$38.05- $75.33

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans