Registered Nurse, M4W, 36 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend)

Boston Medical Center • Boston, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works on Boston Medical Center’s Medical Surgical/4 West unit, a 46-bed surgical unit providing general post-operative care to patients in colorectal, surgical oncology, gynecology, trauma and acute care surgery, bariatric surgery, urology, plastics, transgender, transplant, and vascular surgery. The nursing staff are committed to professional growth through certifications and an active unit-based practice council focused on improving the environment for patients and staff.

The RN delivers patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care and contributes to exceptional and equitable care. The role includes assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients; communicating with the healthcare team, patients, and families; coordinating and delegating care; managing patient records and computerized data; following nursing guidelines and policies; and assisting leadership with quality-improvement projects as needed. The position is scheduled for 36 hours on nights, including every other weekend.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Certification in basic life support (BLS).
• Nursing degree: diploma, ASN, or BSN.
• Ability to obtain a BSN within four years.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of RN experience is preferred.
• BSN is preferred.
• Fluency in another language is a plus.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required in certain units.
• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty certification is required for certain practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Medical Surgical nursing care, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, intervening, evaluating, and educating patients.
• Communicate with healthcare team members, patients, and their families.
• Coordinate and delegate appropriate patient care activities to inter-professional colleagues.
• Update and manage patient records.
• Enter and interpret computerized data and information.
• Follow guidelines and policies established by BMC’s nursing organization.
• Assist the leadership team with quality-improvement projects as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Staff self-scheduling.
• Weekend shift differentials.
• Relocation assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs.
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Nurse staffing plans that often exceed state standards for quality and safety.
• Supportive work environment focused on training, professional development, and growth.
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program focused on increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Contract increases.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 403(b) savings matches.
• Earned time cash out.
• Paid time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree