Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical - General Med Surg, 36 Hours, (Rotating Days/Nights / Every Other Weekend/HolidayWeekends)

About the Medical Surgical/6 East Department

6 East is a 36-bed Medical-Surgical Unit. The patient population consists of a wide range of general medical diagnoses and conditions. Prospective candidates for this unit must demonstrate cultural competence and professional integrity in the pursuit of optimal patient care, and enjoy the variety of clinical experiences that the specialty of Medical Surgical Nursing provides.

Position Summary

As an RN in the Medical Surgical unit, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care. Using our patient-centered care model you will be uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, and will be able to deliver the excellent care to your patients that they deserve.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in the Medical Surgical unit, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients
• Communicate with various health care team members, patients, and their families
• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues
• Update and manage patient records
• Enter and interpret computerized data/information
• Follow guidelines and policies established by BMC's nursing organization
• Assist the leadership team as needed in quality improvement projects

Requirements

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• 1+ years of RN experience preferred
• Certification in basic life support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required in certain units
• Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), ability to obtain BSN within 4 years
• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty certification required for certain practice areas
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities
• Basic computer proficiency
• Fluency in another language a plus

Schedule

• 36 hours, rotating days/nights with every other weekend and every other holiday

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Staff self-scheduling
• Weekend shift differentials
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Nurse staffing plans that often exceed state standards for quality and safety
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System