Registered Nurse, RN - D3 Med Surg/Intermediate Care Unit, Part Time

TuftsMedicine; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell General in Massachusetts seeks an RN to provide direct nursing care to patients and families in line with established policies and practices. This role is based in D3 Intermediate Care on the Main Campus, with 24-hour night shift coverage on weekends and holidays.

The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while adhering to professional standards. A nursing license is required and department-specific certifications may be needed.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• Department specific certifications may be required.
• Experience varies by level I–IV.

Responsibilities

• Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
• Integrates evidence-based practice into clinical care.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Uses professional nursing judgment to tailor the plan of care.
• Manages patient assignment and delegates tasks as appropriate.
• Develops a comprehensive educational plan for patients and families.
• Supports patient rights and informed decision-making.
• Continuously evaluates and revises the care plan as health status changes.
• Plans discharge with appropriate resources and referrals.
• Supports and mentors new staff and helps in their transition.
• Guides professional growth of department staff through precepting.
• Pursues departmental learning and participates in committees.

Skills

Effective communication

Nursing process knowledge

Education

Massachusetts RN Licensure

Current BLS Certification

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Levels

• Level I - 0 - Less than 12 Months of RN Experience.
• Level II - 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience.
• Level III - 3 Years - Less than 8 Years of RN Experience.
• Level IV - 8 Years of RN Experience.

Location : D3, Intermediate Care- Main Campus

Hours : 24 Hours, Night Shift- weekend/holidays required

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care as directed. Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education.

Job Overview

The RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

1. 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
3. 3. Department Specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.
4. 4. Experience based on level (I, II, III, or IV).

Preferred Qualifications

1. 1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Duties and Responsibilities

1. 1. Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates.
2. 2. Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
3. 3. Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
4. 4. Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient's individualized plan of care.
5. 5. Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's needs.
6. 6. Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.
7. 7. Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.
8. 8. Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.
9. 9. Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient's health status.
10. 10. Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
11. 11. Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.
12. 12. Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.
13. 13. Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.
14. 14. Participates in departmental committees as needed.

Physical Requirements

1. 1. Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.
2. 2. Prolonged standing and walking.
3. 3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
4. 4. Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.
5. 5. Exposure of blood-borne pathogens.
6. 6. Requires fine manual dexterity to lift and maneuver patients.
7. 7. Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. 2. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support y