Registered Nurse, RN- Acute Care Transition Team

Tufts Medicine • Lowell, MA

3d • $38 - $68 • Onsite

About The Position

The Community RN Career Direct Care Pathway placement is comprised of four levels based on a RN’s minimum experience, education, and qualifications. Level I - 0 – Less than 12 Months of RN Experience. Level II - 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience. Level III - 3 Years - Less than 8 Years of RN Experience. Level IV - 8 Years of RN Experience. Shift: Days, 32 Hours 7-3:30 with weekend and holiday commitment! Location: Lowell General, Main Campus- Emergency Room Be part of something new. Join our innovative Acute Care Transition Team and help redefine the care experience for patients admitted to the hospital while awaiting an inpatient bed. As a member of this specialized team, you will provide expert inpatient nursing care, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, seamless, and compassionate transitions throughout the patient’s journey. This is an opportunity for nurses who thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are passionate about improving patient outcomes. You’ll be empowered to practice at the top of your license, implement evidence-based interventions, and make a meaningful impact on patient flow, quality, safety, and the overall patient experience. We’re looking for nurses who are: Passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Strong communicators and collaborative team members. Confident in providing acute inpatient nursing care across various care settings, primarily within the Emergency Department. Excited to help build and shape a new model of care. If you’re looking for a role where innovation, teamwork, and professional autonomy come together to improve the patient experience every day, we’d love to have you join our team.

Requirements

• Massachusetts RN Licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Department Specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.
• Experience based on level (I, II, III, or IV).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates.
• Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's needs.
• Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.
• Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.
• Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.
• Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.
• Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
• Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.
• Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.
• Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.
• Participates in departmental committees as needed.

Benefits

• Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards
• Competitive salaries & benefits
• Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clinical mobility tracks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED