Registered Nurse - Acute Care Transition Team
Black Women's Mental Health Institute · Lowell, MA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Community RN role involves providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care in accordance with physician orders, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.
Responsibilities
- Conducting accurate clinical assessments
- Developing individualized care plans
- Delegating tasks appropriately
- Educating patients and families
- Supporting informed decisions
- Revising care plans as needed
- Facilitating discharge planning with community resources
- Mentoring new staff (leadership duties)
- Participating in departmental committees
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Massachusetts RN licensure
- Current BLS certification
- Department-specific certifications preferred
- BSN is a plus
- Experience varies by level
Skills
- Effective communication
- Application of the nursing process
- Professional judgment
Schedule
- Night shifts
- Weekend and holiday commitments
- Emergency room setting
Physical demands include lifting, prolonged standing, and exposure to infectious agents. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality patient care, supporting team development, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.