RN: Patient Care Leader & Preceptor (Day Shift)

Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital is seeking a Community RN for the Direct Care Pathway with responsibilities across four levels, from entry to advanced experience. The role emphasizes direct patient care, adherence to physician orders and evidence-based practice within a team-based environment.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure and current BLS certification, with BSN preferred. Expect shift coverage that includes weekend/holiday rotations and a 36-hour work week at the main campus.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure is required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• BSN is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
• Develops, implements and evaluates patient care plans.
• Provides direct nursing care following physician orders and department policies.
• Uses clinical judgment to adapt care plans to patient needs.
• Documents assessments, plans and outcomes accurately.
• Supports discharge planning and patient/family education.

Skills

Communication

Nursing process

Education

Massachusetts RN Licensure

BLS Certification

BSN preferred

Job description

Lowell General Hospital is seeking a Community RN for the Direct Care Pathway with responsibilities across four levels, from entry to advanced experience. The role emphasizes direct patient care, adherence to physician orders and evidence-based practice within a team-based environment.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure and current BLS certification, with BSN preferred. Expect shift coverage that includes weekend/holiday rotations and a 36-hour work week at the main campus.