New Grad RN Medical Surgical Nights 15K Sign On Bonus

ScionHealth•Watertown, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Watertown Regional Medical Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Med/Surg team. This role is responsible for providing safe, effective, and compassionate patient care using the nursing process. The RN will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families to achieve optimal patient outcomes, ensuring care is delivered in accordance with professional nursing practice standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. The position is in an acute care hospital setting and offers a sign-on bonus for new graduates.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing required.
Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required per facility policy.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required per facility policy.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required per facility policy.
Minimum of 6 months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and effective prioritization in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in clinical assessment, documentation, and patient care planning.
Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and nursing best practices.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to function effectively in high-stress situations with diverse patient populations.
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation systems.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, and physical activity.
Demonstrates professional integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuing education.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Specialty certification (e.g., RN-BC, CMSRN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to determine nursing care needs.
Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized plans of care.
Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policy and physician orders.
Documents assessments, interventions, outcomes, and patient education timely and accurately.
Provides direct care including ADLs, hygiene, nutrition, and mobility support.
Monitors patient conditions and communicates significant changes to the care team.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for care coordination, discharge planning, and referrals.
Provides emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families.
Ensures patient safety through adherence to infection control and fall prevention protocols.
Supervises and delegates tasks appropriately to licensed and unlicensed staff.