Experienced Registered Nurse, ICU, 36 hours, Night Shift
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides high-quality, patient-centered care in the ICU as part of a collaborative Care Team, supporting patients and families, coordinating care, and helping ensure a safe, positive hospital experience. Mount Auburn Hospital’s expanded ICU has up to 20 beds and cares for patients with a variety of critical care needs, including recovery from cardiothoracic surgery, respiratory care, and kidney failure. The role includes assessing patient needs, developing care plans, delivering and documenting evidence-based nursing care, administering medications safely, educating patients and families, coordinating tests and consultations, and supporting timely discharge planning. The nurse collaborates with Nurse Coordinators, case managers, providers, and other departments; communicates clinical updates; monitors patient outcomes and length of stay; and contributes to team education and improvement initiatives. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week on straight night shifts, with weekend and holiday rotation required. Eligible candidates may receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to program terms and conditions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
- Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate.
- ACLS certification is required for some specific clinical units.
- 1–3 years of related work experience is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred.
- 1–3 years of related work experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Care Team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care.
- Assess patient needs, create care plans, and assign appropriate team responsibilities.
- Participate in team meetings and care coordination activities.
- Build respectful, professional relationships with colleagues and communicate clearly about patient status and needs.
- Support team members in complex or challenging situations and escalate concerns to the Nurse Coordinator when appropriate.
- Contribute to education and training for team members.
- Monitor patient satisfaction and support improvement initiatives.
- Accurately evaluate and document patient outcomes.
- Administer medications safely according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Provide and document evidence-based nursing care using the nursing process and in alignment with hospital, unit, and clinical standards.
- Provide timely education based on each patient’s care plan and expected hospital stay; include family members and caregivers when appropriate.
- Support development of educational materials and resources, document education provided and patient understanding, and ensure patients and caregivers receive information about discharge plans and community resources.
- Collaborate with the Care Team to plan care aligned with anticipated length of stay.
- Work with Nurse Coordinators, case managers, providers, and other departments to support timely care and discharge planning.
- Coordinate completion of tests, procedures, and consultations and share clinical updates with appropriate stakeholders.
- Monitor length of stay and support efficient patient progression.
- Begin discharge planning at admission, include family members throughout the process, and ensure patients receive clear written discharge instructions before leaving.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
- Career development opportunities and pathways for advancement.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings programs.
- Eligible candidates may receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to program terms and conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
