Medical ICU Nurse - BWH
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 Nursing Standards of Care in 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 assuming responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role reports directly to a designated nurse manager or supervisor and provides patient care in the Medical ICU at Brigham and Women's Hospital. This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week on variable night shifts and requires weekend rotation under the MNA contract. The nurse coordinates with patients, families, and colleagues; contributes to quality improvement, education, research, and unit operations; and supports safe, effective, and cost-conscious care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
- Current registration in Massachusetts as a nurse.
- At least 1 year of current critical care nursing experience.
- For newly licensed nurses, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
- Ability to demonstrate basic analytic thinking, observational skills, and prioritization when caring for a group of patients.
- Ability to function under stress with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to apply hospital standards for service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time and priority management.
- Able to work a weekend rotation per the MNA contract.
Nice To Haves
- Current Medical ICU experience.
- ACLS certification.
- CCRN certification.
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
- Certification in a specialty area is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the plan of care for assigned patients.
- Set priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity and maintain continuity through clear verbal and written communication.
- Document care clearly, completely, concisely, and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
- Develop patient and family care, education, and discharge plans using appropriate clinical, referral, and community resources.
- Evaluate care-plan effectiveness, document progress toward goals, and revise plans as needed.
- Participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
- Provide a safe environment and 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, and colleagues; collaborate with other disciplines; and contribute to unit standards, goals, and committees.
- Uphold the A.N.A. code of ethics and serve as a role model to other staff.
- Pursue professional growth, share knowledge, participate in educational programs, and seek guidance for learning needs.
- Use nursing research findings in practice and support nursing or medical research endeavors.
- Use time and materials effectively, support cost-effective care, accurately assess patient acuity for staffing and assignment decisions, and manage within budgetary boundaries.
- Participate in orientation and appropriate clinical evaluation of staff, assume unit responsibility when leadership is absent, and follow and help interpret hospital and nursing policies.
- Support the unit's operation through peer support and flexibility with patient assignments, shifts, and work schedules.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
- Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.
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Job Type
Full-time
