Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager, the Professional Nurse practices within the Professional Practice Model, the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics, and demonstrates Baystate Health's core values. The RN is responsible for the patient's plan of care and accountable for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN provides direct patient care in collaboration with other healthcare team members and maintains current knowledge and skill in technical procedures and applicable regulatory and accrediting standards.

This is a full-time, night-shift position scheduled for 36 hours per week, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Rotating weekends and holidays are required; there is no on-call requirement. Baystate Health describes a supportive, community-focused culture with resources and career opportunities across an integrated healthcare system. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development; career advancement opportunities; retirement savings with employer match; and paid time off.

Requirements

• At least 10 months of clinical experience as an RN is required; the Emergency Department is also accepting new graduate RNs.
• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license required.
• Baystate Health-required competencies per department; any exception must be approved by the CNO.
• Diploma in Nursing required.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate, age-appropriate clinical assessments; identify and prioritize patient and family needs; and develop, implement, evaluate, and document individualized plans of care.
• Recognize acute changes in patient status and intervene appropriately.
• Safely manage assigned patients and families through effective organization, delegation, collaboration, medication administration, and treatments according to policy and procedure.
• Develop and document patient and family education plans using appropriate resources.
• Use standards, policies, procedures, and appropriate resources to support clinical decision-making and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Provide compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic care while respecting patient and family dignity, privacy, and participation in care.
• Develop comprehensive discharge plans using appropriate resources and referrals, and collaborate with patients and families regarding discharge planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds, shared governance, unit decision-making, annual competencies, mandatory education, and professional development.
• Maintain current knowledge and skill with technical procedures and applicable regulatory and accrediting standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans, depending on eligibility.
• Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement savings and employer match.
• Generous paid time off for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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