Experienced Registered Nurse, Neurosciences Progressive Care Unit, 36hrs, Day/Night Rotation

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Burlington, VT

6d•$37 - $95

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in a specialized 9-bed Neurosciences Progressive Care Unit with a consistent 3:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. The fast-paced, high-acuity step-down unit cares for a diverse patient population, with a strong focus on neurological patients as well as cardiac, medical-surgical, and other complex diagnoses. Nurses gain hands-on experience with pressors, arterial lines, and insulin drips, with training and mentorship to support development of advanced clinical skills and a foundation in critical care. Under 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 and ethics, and Lahey Clinic's core values. The nurse provides individualized, high-quality care and is accountable for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care. The role includes coordinating care across the continuum, collaborating with health care team members, and delegating and supervising in accordance with applicable Massachusetts rules and ANA principles. The Registered Nurse provides care tailored to patients' physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, spiritual, safety, and age-related needs. Responsibilities span clinical judgment and decision-making, professional relationships, clinical leadership, and clinical scholarship. The nurse maintains current clinical and technical knowledge, complies with regulatory and accrediting standards, and holds a current Massachusetts RN license.

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.
Demonstrated clinical skills and technical knowledge to provide care according to nursing policies, procedures, and unit-specific competencies.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Organize and coordinate safe, high-quality care for 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.
Deliver age-appropriate care and evaluate its effectiveness, adapting the plan based on patient and family response.
Establish professional relationships with patients, families, nurses, physicians, and other colleagues, including partnering with patients and families in care.
Educate patients and families about illness, treatment, and appropriate preventative measures.
Support Lahey Clinic community-based activities.
Adhere to unit policies, procedures, practice guidelines, and the ANA Code of Ethics; contribute as a responsive team member and nurse educator.
Fulfill the role in regulatory compliance and readiness.
Uphold quality nursing-care standards, engage in lifelong learning, and use evidence-based nursing practice.
Delegate and supervise appropriately, including making assignments, teaching and directing delegates, and taking responsibility for delegation outcomes.
Maintain current knowledge and skills in technical procedures and comply with regulatory and accrediting standards.
Incorporate Lahey Clinic guiding principles, mission, and goals into daily activities and comply with organizational policies and behavioral expectations.
Maintain courteous and effective interactions and meet customer-service standards.
Participate in departmental or interdepartmental quality-improvement activities and complete mandatory education.
Perform other duties as needed or directed to meet departmental needs.