Resource Nurse (36/E/N)

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health invites qualified RNs to join as a Clinical Resource Nurse, providing clinical support across units and serving as a clinical expert to promote safe patient outcomes. The role supports primary nursing care, handles high-acuity patients, and participates in rounds and staff mentoring.

The position requires five years of acute care RN experience, critical care/ED background, and Massachusetts RN licensure with BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Qualifications

• Five years as a Registered Nurse with acute care experience preferred.
• 2 years of Critical Care or Emergency Department experience.
• BSN registration/certification; licensed as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.
• AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS certifications.
• Certification in area of clinical expertise or within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support across nursing units as a clinical expert.
• Assist with management of high acuity and critically ill patients.
• Respond to emergencies and codes; provide direct patient care as needed.
• Document per standards; mentor nursing staff and rounds across areas.
• Travel to different units as assigned and share knowledge with team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

Five years as RN

Critical Care or ED experience

BSN registration/certification

AHA BLS

AHA ACLS

AHA PALS

Clinical expertise certification

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. 36hpw; 7p-7:30a, rotating weekends and holidays.

Job Description

The Clinical Resource Nurse is Registered Nurse who plays a key role as part of the patient care team by providing clinical support, role modeling clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative, patient-centered model of care. The Clinical Resource Nurse acts as a clinical expert who provides support and direct patient care to a variety of nursing units and can function across all units providing episodic nursing care to promote safe patient outcomes.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Clinical Inquiry Demonstrates clinical excellence through advanced clinical knowledge and skills.
• Role-models and supports safe, evidence-based practice.
• Supports primary nurse by assisting with management of high acuity and/or critically ill patients.
• Responds and performs delegated activities in emergency and code situations.
• Performs relevant documentation duties with adherence to professional practice standards, standards of care and practice guidelines.
• Provides clinical guidance and support to healthcare team members.
• Serve as a resource for interpretation and integration of current policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines into practice.
• Communicates patient status concerns to appropriate health care team members in a timely manner.
• Provides direct patient care as required by Nursing Leadership.
• Travels and transports patients as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Rounds throughout all areas and act as a resource for staff.
• Ability to perform calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Works with staff and leadership to improve patient experience.
• Responds to requests in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes patient care and nursing interventions based on patient needs.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Mentor Acts as an effective role model and resource for the nursing staff.
• Fosters a team approach to patient care delivery.
• Promotes good interpersonal relationships by modeling professional behavior and best practice to maintain a positive working climate.
• Provide feedback on performance to the learner that is specific, timely, meaningful and candid.
• Provide emotional support to the novice nurse using the concepts associated with Reality Shock and Novice to Expert Theories.
• Shares professional knowledge with other healthcare team members Leadership Participates in relevant educational programs, in-services and workshops to increase professional competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Collaborates with Professional Practice to deliver and/or reinforce new educational initiatives.
• Incorporates evidence-based practice into daily practice.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively during difficult situations.

Education / Experience Required

• Five years as a Registered Nurse, acute care experience preferred.
• 2 years of Critical Care or Emergency Department experience.
• BSN Registration/Certification: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.
• AHA BLS.
• AHA ACLS.
• AHA PALS.
• Certification in area of clinical expertise or within 6 months of hire.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $37.14 - $82.22 This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs.

Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.