Registered Nurse, Medical Step Down, 36 Hours (Nights, / Rotating weekends)

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) in Boston, MA, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medical Step Down/ Critical Care unit. The role offers 36-hour night shifts with rotating weekends, in a Magnet® recognized organization dedicated to delivering exceptional and equitable care.

As a nurse in the Critical Care unit, you will provide patient-centered care to complex cardiology and MICU/SICU patients, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and participate in ongoing quality initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• Active RN license in MA or ability to obtain one.
• 1+ year RN experience preferred
• BLS required; ACLS required in certain units
• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN; BSN preferred
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to meet physical job requirements

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in the Critical Care unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients
• Communicate with 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 in quality improvement projects

Skills

RN license

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Computer proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ASN/BSN)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

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: Medical Step Down

Schedule: 36 Hours (Nights, / Rotating weekends)

ABOUT THE Critical Care/ Y6 Intermediate Care Unit DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER

BMC's Medical Step Down unit is a 38-bed unit providing care for intermediate level medical patients. Patients on this unit are complex cardiology patients, pericardial drains patients, TAVR patients, ventilated patients and patients transferred out of the MICU with complex medical issues.

Position Summary

As an RN in the Critical Care unit, 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 Critical Care unit, 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

• Must have active or pending Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license or the ability to obtain one.
• 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 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

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

NursingCC - Critical Care (SICU, MICU, Step down)

Compensation Range

$38.05- $75.33

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