Registered Nurse, Surgical IMCU, 36 Hours (Days/Nights / Rotating Weekends)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,417 - 103,774; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement and remission programs

Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a registered nurse (RN) to join our Surgical Step-Down unit. The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care to surgical patients and collaborating with healthcare teams to provide exceptional and equitable care.

Candidates should have a Massachusetts RN license, preferred experience of 1+ years, and various certifications including BLS and ACLS for certain units. The position offers competitive pay and numerous benefits to support employee welfare.

Qualifications

• Must have an active or pending Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license or ability to obtain one.
• 1+ years of RN experience preferred.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); ACLS certification required in certain units.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in the Critical Care unit.
• Communicate with health-care team members, patients, and families.
• Coordinate and delegate patient-care activities.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Fluency in another language

Education

Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

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 deliver exceptional and equitable care to all. The BMC Surgical Step‑Down unit is a 38‑bed unit that cares for intermediate‑level surgical patients, including trauma, vascular, neurosurgery, transplant, and cardiothoracic cases.

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 families.
• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient‑care activities to inter‑professional colleagues.
• Update and manage patient records and 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 an active or pending Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license or 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; certifications required for certain practice areas.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Fluency in another language is 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
• Exceeding state standards for nurse staffing ratios
• Supportive work environment focused on training, professional development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program focused on inclusion and diversity

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range: $38.05 – $75.33 per hour, based on qualifications and experience. BMC offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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