RN, Medical ICU - MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)

Childcare resources

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston seeks a Registered Nurse for the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) on Blake 7. This 18-bed unit provides highly specialized care for patients with complex respiratory and medical conditions, including sepsis and cardiac issues, and is known for teamwork and patient-centered care.

You will rotate days and nights, weekends and holidays, with 36 hours per week in an onsite MICU at 273 Charles Street.

Qualifications

• BSN strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of med/surg experience.
• ICU experience strongly preferred.
• Current MA RN licensure required.
• ACLS and CCRN certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications and monitor for reactions.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in conditions.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to assess and plan patient care.
• Modify treatment plans as indicated by patient responses.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Medical terminology

Triage

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing

Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

36 hour, day/night rotation, rotating weekends and holidays

Join one of the nation's premier critical care teams as a Registered Nurse in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at Massachusetts General Hospital. Located on Blake 7, this 18-bed adult critical care unit provides highly specialized care for patients with complex respiratory and medical conditions, including sepsis, gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders, hematology-oncology diagnoses, cardiac and neurological illnesses, and emerging infectious diseases. The MICU is known for its exceptional culture of teamwork, collaboration, and patient-centered care, where nurses are empowered to grow professionally and pursue excellence in clinical practice. As the first and only critical care unit at MGH to earn the prestigious AACN Beacon Award for Excellence, the MICU is recognized for its outstanding patient outcomes and nursing excellence.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

Summary

Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Qualifications

Ideal candidate will have:

• BSN is strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of med/surg experience
• ICU experience strongly preferred
• Current licensure in Massachusetts as an RN is required.
• ACLS and CCRN certifications preferred.

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse MA State License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

273 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$41.72 - $108.29/Hourly

Grade

GHCARN055At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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