Surgical/Ortho RN — Night Shift, Career Path

Tufts Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical mobility tracks

Free parking

Job summary

Tufts Medicine seeks an RN for MelroseWakefield Hospital to deliver professional nursing care per physician orders and oversee care processes across patient groups. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and evaluation within established policies and unit standards.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure, BLS, and unit-specific certifications, with opportunities for career progression through four experience levels. Night shifts and weekend/holiday coverage are required.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Department-specific certifications may be required depending on unit.
• Experience level aligned with Level I-IV RN tracks.

Responsibilities

• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Integrates evidence-based practice into clinical care.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Manages patient assignments and delegates appropriately.
• Develops educational plans for patients and families, per standards.
• Supports patient/family rights and informed decisions.
• Continuously revises care plans as patient status changes.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient assessment

Care planning

Team collaboration

Education

Massachusetts RN Licensure

BSN preferred

Job description

Tufts Medicine seeks an RN for MelroseWakefield Hospital to deliver professional nursing care per physician orders and oversee care processes across patient groups. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and evaluation within established policies and unit standards.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure, BLS, and unit-specific certifications, with opportunities for career progression through four experience levels. Night shifts and weekend/holiday coverage are required.