Neuro/ICU Nurse BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•$42 - $106•Onsite

About The Position

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. 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 as set forth in the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The registered nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager, or supervisor. Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment. Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity. Maintain continuity through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric patient. In areas, such as the NICU and Obstetrics the principals of growth and development are applicable to the neonate. -Quality of Care Documents patient care in a manner that is clear, complete, concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards. Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family, information from other members of the health care team, intra-agency referral and previous medical records. Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the department’s documentation standards. Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes. Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs. Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family and visitors. Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures. Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently. Uses equipment safely and efficiently. Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission. Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice. -Coordination/Collaboration Interacts with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner. Collaborates with other discipline(s). Develops, utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care. Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members. Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit. Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation. Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers. -Education Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs. Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues. Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs. Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.

Requirements

The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required
Registered Nurse- Massachusetts License
2 year medical surgical nursing experience required.

Nice To Haves

Critical Care nursing experience preferred
Neuroscience nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintain continuity through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication.
Documents patient care in a manner that is clear, complete, concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family, information from other members of the health care team, intra-agency referral and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the department’s documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family and visitors.
Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
Interacts with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other discipline(s).
Develops, utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.