Medical ICU Nurse - BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•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 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 through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor. This position provides care in the Medical ICU at Brigham and Women's Hospital. The nurse coordinates patient care, maintains clear communication, develops and evaluates care, education, and discharge plans, administers medication, performs nursing procedures, and contributes to quality improvement, education, research, and unit operations. The role is onsite, scheduled for 36 hours per week on nights, with a weekend rotation required under the MNA contract.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current registration in Massachusetts.
At least 1 year of recent critical care nursing experience.
Newly licensed nurses must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.
Able to demonstrate analytical thinking, observational skills, and the ability to set priorities.
Able to function under stress and demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrate effective teamwork, respect for others, communication, and time and priority management.
Able to work a weekend rotation per the MNA contract.

Nice To Haves

Current Medical ICU experience is 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 care for assigned patients, setting priorities for patients with varying acuity.
Maintain continuity of care through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Document patient care in accordance with nursing documentation standards.
Develop and revise comprehensive patient care plans based on assessments and input from families and the healthcare team.
Develop patient and family education plans and discharge plans using appropriate resources and referrals.
Evaluate care outcomes, document progress, and revise plans as needed.
Participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
Provide a safe environment; administer medication, perform procedures, and use equipment safely and efficiently.
Recognize infection risks and use universal precautions.
Collaborate professionally with patients, families, colleagues, and other disciplines.
Develop, use, and evaluate unit-specific standards of care; uphold the A.N.A. code of ethics and serve as a role model.
Participate in unit goals, periodic reviews, committees, and dissemination of information to peers.
Take responsibility for 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 economically, suggest cost-effective care, assess patient acuity for staffing and assignment decisions, and work within budget boundaries.
Participate in orienting new staff and students and provide input into staff clinical evaluations as appropriate.
Assume responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership, follow hospital and nursing policies, and recommend policy changes through appropriate channels.
Contribute to smooth unit operations through peer support and flexibility with patient assignments, shifts, and work schedules.