Registered Nurse- M3, Medical Surgical- New Competitive Pay!

Tufts Medicine•Lowell, MA

2d•$38 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

The RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices. M3 serves as the hospital’s orthopedic center, and has been recognized by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a center of distinction. The unit’s primary focus is orthopedics as we care for over one thousand total joint replacements annually. This unit also specializes in spine care, and orthopedic trauma. M3 consists of 26 private rooms and care for the aforementioned orthopedic population, as well as adult acute care patients who have a wide variety of diagnoses and co-morbidities providing comprehensive care according to the scope of care defined by the organization and Massachusetts state regulations. 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.

Requirements

Massachusetts RN Licensure.
12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience.
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.

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.