RN Surgical Services-Per Diem

Martha's Vineyard Hospital; Oak Bluffs (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Martha's Vineyard Hospital in Oak Bluffs, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient assessments and coordinate care across medical/surgical units.

The role requires a state RN license and 2–3 years of Medical/Surgical experience, with strong communication and documentation skills. Per Diem position with day shifts and onsite work location.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing is required.
• 2-3 years of Medical/Surgical experience required.
• RN license in good standing (state license) required.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, psychological and social dimensions of the patient.
• Document nursing interventions, patient responses and discharge information.
• Develop and communicate a nursing care plan for each patient.
• Implement care plans with safety precautions and policy adherence.
• Coordinate unit routines and orient new staff; ensure emergency equipment is ready.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Documentation

Patient safety

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Site: Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.

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 invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Essential Functions

• Assesses physical, psychological and social dimensions of the patient:
• Applies knowledge of illnesses, injuries and disease and uses available resources in assessment process.
• Provides written assessment of patient on admission.
• Documents nursing intervention, patient response, effectiveness and complications and summarizes information on discharge.
• Summarizes assessment data and makes a nursing care plan which is written and communicated to other patient care providers.
• Implements plan of care:
• Implements clinical and technical aspects of care and nursing orders in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Intervenes with proper technique, procedure and safety precautions to meet individual needs of patients.
• Functions within the limits of State Nurse Practice Act, hospital and nursing department policies and procedures.
• Patient and family instruction/education and discharge planning
• Assesses, plans and implements instruction for patient and family needs.
• Communicates such plan via Bedside Shift Report.
• Provides verbal and written instructions including medication and side effects.
• Professional leadership
• Reports patient care or management problems to Clinical Coordinator and /or supervisor when necessary and investigates and intervenes in problem situations reporting appropriate information.
• Makes outpatient assignment based on acuity and staff qualifications and experience.
• Coordinates unit routines, providing guidance to staff, orienting new staff, assuring presence and working order of emergency equipment.
• Unit requirements: Acute care- MED/SURG:
• Demonstrates ability to care for patients in various age group, pediatrics to geriatrics.
• Demonstrates ability to care for surgical patients.
• Demonstrates ability to care for medical patients.
• Demonstrates ability to provide safe environment for short-term psychiatric patients.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and safe use of medications specific to the acute care patient population.
• Personal growth and development:
• Identifies own learning needs and seeks opportunities for self growth, using and sharing skills gained through continuing education classes.
• Has completed annual nursing competencies.
• Has attended annual mandatory day.
• Age specific competency:
• Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms of patients, recognizing a patient's psychological development and modifies approaches for patients.
• Interview and communication techniques are age-appropriate.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

• *2-3 years of Medical/Surgical experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and the general public.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

One Hospital Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$41.92 - $101.09/Hourly

Grade

RN6401At 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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

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EEO Statement

1550 Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. 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 Americas with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.