Registered Nurse, South 6, Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated caregivers to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a collaborative environment. As a caregiver, you will manage direct patient care, conduct assessments, and develop care plans while adhering to nursing standards. With a commitment to academic excellence and leading-edge research, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere where every team member plays a vital role in healing the community. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts nursing license required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct patient care using nursing standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for quality care.
• Document patient care and develop education plans.

Skills

Nursing Knowledge

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Medication Administration

Collaboration

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Holidays - One Major Summer Holiday, One Major Winter Holiday; Weekends - Every Fourth Weekend; Sunday through Saturday

Scheduled Hours: Varies

Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 10010 - 0222 South 6

Union: MNA-Memorial/Hahnemann

This position may have a signing bonus; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver—regardless of their title or responsibilities. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. With over 20,000 employees, we work together as one health system to heal our patients, community, and each other. Everyone plays an important part, every day.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan, deliver, and manage direct patient care using the nursing process, adhering to nursing standards.
2. Perform patient assessments and develop care plans, including discharge planning.
3. Supervise and evaluate nursing care within the assigned setting.
4. Delegate tasks appropriately based on competency.
5. Document patient care according to standards.
6. Develop and implement education plans for patients and families.
7. Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure quality and continuity of care.
8. Administer medications, perform treatments, and operate equipment per policy.
9. Assist physicians with treatments, procedures, and tests.
10. Participate in Nursing Governance and professional development.
11. Engage in performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

• Current Massachusetts licensure and registration.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS or other unit-specific certifications may be required.

Experience/Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of nursing discipline.
• Proficiency in areas of responsibility; equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Physical Demands and Environment:

Work is medium intensity, indoors in a standard patient care environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Standards of Respect:

Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. Join us in making respect a daily standard.

Disability Assistance:

If you require disability accommodations, contact [e-mail]. We will respond promptly to your request.