Registered Nurse, Gastroenterology, 34 Hours (Days)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Earned time cash out

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse in the Gastroenterology department. The role focuses on nursing assessment, care planning, interventions, evaluation, and coordination for patients and families across the care continuum, following nursing standards and hospital policies.

The RN will be accountable for clinical, educational, quality, and fiscal outcomes, adhering to the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing guidelines and department care models.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required; Diploma, ASN or BSN preferred; BSN encouraged within 4 years.
• BLS required; ACLS may be required for some units.
• MA RN licensure in good standing by start date.

Skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multilingual abilities

Clinical judgment

Delegation

Communication (verbal/written)

Physical stamina

Stress management

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ASN/BSN)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The registered nurse adheres to the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing, is primarily responsible for professional performance and direct patient care. The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients and their families across the health care continuum. The registered nurse is accountable for clinical, educational, quality and fiscal patient care outcomes using the model of care designed by the nursing department and in accordance with established agency policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and standards of practice.

Position: Registered Nurse, Department: Gastroenterology, Schedule: 34 hours (Days).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

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

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Registration and current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing required by start date.
• Requires current basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Some units may require Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS) certification.
• Additional certifications may be required for certain practice areas.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enters, and interpret computerized data/information.
• Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with various members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Multilingual skills (beyond that of English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served by the medical center preferred.
• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification required for certain practice areas, e.g., enterstomal therapy, epidemiology, peri-operative areas.
• Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement research utilization projects.
• Ability to effectively delegate appropriate patient care activities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the patient populations served.
• Physical ability to meet the core job responsibilities in accordance with practice setting demands for the patient populations regularly served.
• Ability to effectively manage stress due to critical issues related to patient care, changing organizational climate and personnel issues.

COMPENSATION

• Nursingambout Compensation Range: $38.05- $75.33.
• Medical, dental, vision and pharmacy benefits.
• Contract increases.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 403(b) savings matches.
• Earned time cash out.
• Paid time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

BACKGROUND CHECK AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

MISSION AND CULTURE

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond.