Medical ICU Nurse BWH (nights)

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$42 - $106•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs, and manages care by taking responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The position is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor. This role provides patient care in the Medical ICU at Brigham and Women's Hospital and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on variable night shifts.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current registration in Massachusetts.
At least 1 year of current critical care nursing experience.
For newly licensed nurses, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Able to work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.

Nice To Haves

Current nursing experience in a Medical ICU is strongly preferred.
ACLS certification preferred.
CCRN certification preferred.
Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
Certification in a specialty area is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate a plan of care for assigned patients; set priorities based on patient acuity.
Maintain continuity of care through clear verbal and written communication.
Document patient care clearly, completely, concisely, and in compliance with nursing standards.
Develop patient and family care, education, and discharge plans using appropriate information, resources, and referrals.
Evaluate progress toward care goals and revise plans as needed.
Participate in unit and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
Provide a safe environment; administer medications, perform nursing procedures, and use equipment safely and efficiently.
Recognize infection risks and transmission modes and use universal precautions.
Interact professionally with patients, families, colleagues, and other disciplines; contribute to unit standards, goals, committees, and ethical practice.
Pursue professional growth, share knowledge, participate in educational programs, and seek guidance for learning needs.
Apply nursing research findings in clinical practice and support nursing or medical research.
Use time and materials economically, support cost-effective care, assess patient acuity for staffing decisions, and work within budgetary boundaries.
Participate in orientation and appropriate clinical evaluation of staff; assume unit responsibility in the absence of leadership; follow and help interpret policies and recommend changes through appropriate channels.
Support smooth unit operations through cooperation and flexibility with patient assignments, shift assignments, and work schedules.
Work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.