Experienced Registered Nurse, 6 East PCU, Progressive Care Cardiothoracic Surgery, 36 hours, Nights
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides individualized, high-quality patient care in a progressive care cardiothoracic surgery setting. Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, or Tertiary Team Leader, the nurse practices according to the Lahey Clinic Professional Practice Model, the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics, and Lahey Clinic’s core values. The nurse-patient-family relationship, continuity of care, and accountability are central to care delivery. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the quality of nursing care provided to individuals and groups, including health maintenance, teaching, counseling, collaborative planning, and supporting restoration of optimal functioning and comfort or dignified end-of-life care. The nurse has authority and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care, and coordinates care across the continuum. The role includes direct patient care, collaboration with other health care team members, and delegation and supervision in accordance with Massachusetts regulations and ANA principles. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week on nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with an every-other-weekend and holiday rotation commitment.
Requirements
- Graduate of a state-approved and/or accredited School of Nursing.
- Current license to practice professional nursing from the Massachusetts Board of Registration.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- At least one full year of experience as a practicing Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated clinical skills and technical knowledge to provide care according to Nursing Policy and Procedures and unit-specific competencies.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an acute or sub-acute care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, organized, high-quality care to assigned patients and families.
- Develop culturally competent plans of care that identify patient problems, expected outcomes, and preventative measures.
- Perform systematic patient and family assessments relevant to the practice setting and provide age-specific care.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of care and adapt the plan based on patient and family responses.
- Establish professional relationships with patients, families, nurses, physicians, and other colleagues, incorporating patient and family participation in care.
- Educate patients and families about illness, treatment, and appropriate preventative measures.
- Support Lahey Clinic community-based activities.
- Adhere to unit policies and procedures, practice guidelines, and the ANA Code of Ethics; demonstrate responsive teamwork and the nurse-as-teacher role.
- Fulfill regulatory compliance and readiness responsibilities.
- Uphold standards of quality nursing care, engage in lifelong learning, and demonstrate evidence-based nursing practice.
- Delegate and supervise appropriately, including making assignments, teaching and directing delegates, supervising their work, and accepting responsibility for delegation outcomes.
- Comply with organizational policies and behavioral expectations, maintain courteous and effective interactions, and meet customer service standards.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and complete mandatory education.
- Perform other duties as needed or directed to meet departmental needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
