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

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

Staff self-scheduling

Weekend shift differentials

Leadership development access

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Step-Down IMCU, a 38-bed unit delivering post-operative and specialty surgical care. The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a supportive nursing organization and opportunities for training and growth.

The RN will provide care in the Critical Care unit, communicate with the care team and families, update records, and participate in quality improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience preferred.
• BLS certification; ACLS in certain units.
• Degree in Nursing (Diploma/ASN/BSN) or equivalent; BSN preferred within 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in the Critical Care unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and education.
• Communicate with health care team members, patients and families.
• Coordinate and delegate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues.
• Update and manage patient records.
• Enter and interpret computerized data/information.
• Follow nursing guidelines and policies.
• Assist leadership in quality improvement projects.

Skills

MA RN license

Experience 1+ years

BLS

ACLS (required in some units)

Communication skills

Physical ability

Computer proficiency

Language skills a plus

Education

Diploma/ASN/BSN

Tools

Electronic health records

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. 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

Department: Surgical Stepdown IMCU

Schedule: 24 Hour Day/ Night Rotation with rotating weekends

ABOUT THE Critical Care/3W IMCU DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

BMC's Surgical Step Down unit is a 38-bed unit providing care for intermediate level surgical patients. The patient population consists of post-operative and surgical specialty patients, including trauma, vascular surgery, neurosurgery, transplant patients and cardiothoracic surgery.

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:

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• 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.

Nursing CC

Step Down, Surgical Step Down, IMCU, Intermediate Care Unit, Critical Care, PCU, Progressive Care Unit

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