Registered Nurse, Surgical Step Down, 24 Hours (Nights / Rotating Weekends)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement and remission programs

Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse (RN) for its Surgical Step Down unit in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves delivering nursing care and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to support surgical patients. Preferred candidates will have an active RN license and at least one year of experience.

The position offers a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits including self-scheduling, education reimbursement, and various insurance options.

Qualifications

• Active or pending Massachusetts RN license or ability to obtain one within 30 days.
• 1+ year RN experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certification required for certain units.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care assessments, diagnoses, planning, interventions, evaluations, and education.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary team members, patients, and families.
• Coordinate and delegate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Fluency in another language

Education

Diploma, ASN, or BSN (BSN preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

As an RN in Boston Medical Center’s Surgical Step Down unit, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care for intermediate‑level surgical patients. Using our patient‑centered care model, you will be supported by a nursing organization that nurtures professional practice.

About the Unit

The unit is a 38‑bed Surgical Step Down unit serving post‑operative and surgical specialty patients including trauma, vascular surgery, neurosurgery, transplant, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and education
• Communicate with multidisciplinary team members, patients, and families
• Coordinate and delegate patient care activities to inter‑professional colleagues
• Update and manage patient records, entering and interpreting computerized data
• Follow BMC nursing guidelines and policies
• Assist leadership in quality improvement projects as needed

Job Requirements

• Active or pending Massachusetts RN license or ability to obtain one within 30 days
• 1+ year RN experience (preferred)
• BLS and ACLS certification (ACLS required for certain units)
• Diploma, ASN, or BSN (BSN preferred; BSN within 4 years possible)
• Relevant clinical experience or specialty certification as required by unit
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Physical ability to perform job duties
• Basic computer proficiency
• Fluency in another language is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay range ($38.05–$75.33/hour)
• Staff self‑scheduling with weekend shift differentials
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Staff‑level nurse‑staffing plans exceeding state standards for quality and safety
• Professional development, training, and growth opportunities
• Leadership acceleration program (Pathways) focusing on inclusion and diversity at the leadership level

Compensation

Base pay is determined by education, experience, licensure, and certifications. Additional compensation includes benefits, contract increases, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash‑out, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Boston Medical Center is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with medical conditions or disabilities.