RN Ambulatory - Dept of Surgery

Cambridge Health Alliance; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Somerville Campus. The role focuses on planning and delivering patient care within the Dept. of Surgery, with a day shift from 8:00 to 16:30 and a 32-hour work week.

The successful candidate will hold MA RN licensure (current or conditional), have ambulatory nursing experience, and preferably BSN. BLS certification is required and second-language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Current MA RN licensure required (conditional licensure acceptable).
• Maintains current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
• Two years of ambulatory nursing experience; surgical specialties preferred.
• Linguistic capability: second language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nursing care for patients in accordance with Standards of Care.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients with complex needs.
• Demonstrate initiative and clinical skills in the perioperative setting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Location : CHA Somerville CampusCategory : Registered NurseDepartment : Dept of Surgery SomervilleJob Type : PT20Plus HPWUnion Name : MNA SomervilleWork Schedule: DayLength Of Shift(s) In Hours : 8Shift Details: 8 - 4:30Hours/Week: 32.00

The CHA surgery team has highly skilled providers who help thousands of patients each year. We offer a wide range of surgical subspecialties, treating patients with many different needs - from foot care to eye surgery and nearly everything in between. Led by a team of fellowship-trained physicians, the surgery team sees patients at all three CHA Hospitals, with surgeries performed at either Cambridge or Everett Hospital. We work closely with the BIDMC Department of surgery

Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. They demonstrate initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs. They effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: A graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN Preferred.
• Licensure: Current or Conditional MA RN Licensure required
• Certifications: Maintains current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS
• Work Experience: Two years current ambulatory nursing required. Surgical Specialties experience preferred.
• Linguistic Capabilities: Ability to speak a second language preferred.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.