Experienced Registered Nurse, ICU, 36 hours, Day/Night Rotation
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit provides high-quality, patient-centered care as part of a collaborative Care Team. The role supports patients and families, coordinates care, and promotes a safe, positive hospital experience. Mount Auburn Hospital’s expanded ICU has up to 20 beds and cares for patients with a range of critical care needs, including cardiothoracic surgery recovery, respiratory care, and kidney failure. The position is full-time at 36 hours per week, with rotating day and night shifts and required weekend and holiday rotation. The RN works in a collaborative academic community hospital environment and partners with colleagues across disciplines to assess patient needs, plan and deliver evidence-based care, educate patients and families, coordinate treatment and discharge planning, and document outcomes. 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 is required for some specific clinical units.
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 patient status and needs clearly.
- 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 anticipated hospital stay, involving family members and caregivers when appropriate.
- Support development of educational materials and resources, and document education provided and patient understanding.
- Ensure patients and caregivers understand discharge plans and available community resources.
- Collaborate with the Care Team to align care 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
- Eligible candidates may receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus, subject to program terms and conditions.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Continuing education support.
- Career development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
