Registered Nurse (RN), Med/Surg

Shift Information

• 32-Hours per week
• Nights: 11:00 pm – 7:30 am
• 8-Hour shifts, 4 shifts per week
• Every other weekend and holiday commitment required

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in Med/Surg is responsible for providing exceptional patient care based on established standards, policies, and procedures. This role requires a focus on individual patient needs while fostering a sense of dignity and positive self-regard.

Essential Functions

• Deliver patient care aligned with standards of practice and protocols.
• Support patient and family education based on identified needs and readiness to learn.
• Collaborate in discharge planning, ensuring integration of support systems.
• Delegate and supervise nursing interventions performed by team members.
• Prioritize patient care effectively and seek assistance as needed.
• Document clinical information thoroughly, accurately, and timely.
• Communicate relevant patient information during handoffs to ensure continuity of care.
• Engage in professional development and mentor colleagues through training and instruction.
• Identify and act to mitigate risks to patient safety and reduce healthcare errors.
• Address ethical considerations in patient care and develop appropriate action plans.
• Administer medications and intravenous therapy following protocols and physician orders.
• Conduct pain assessments and monitor effectiveness of pain management interventions.
• Document and process medication reconciliation in coordination with the healthcare team.
• Interpret and record cardiac data, initiating treatment as ordered by a physician.
• Evaluate and respond to signs of distress, including chest pain and cardiac symptoms.
• Contribute to daily multi-disciplinary rounds for comprehensive patient care planning.
• Monitor laboratory and diagnostic results, notifying physicians of any significant changes.
• Provide continual assessment and education to patients and their families.
• Utilize and maintain equipment essential for surgical and patient care needs.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in Massachusetts.
• ACLS certification upon hire is required.
• MOBAB certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Previous acute telemetry experience is mandatory.
• 1 year of med-surg experience is preferred.

Additional Information

Holiday coverage is not required for this position. The role emphasizes teamwork and interprofessional collaboration to provide high-quality patient care.