RN-Staff Nurse

Southcoast Health System•Dartmouth, MA

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking an RN-Staff Nurse for Primary Care in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. The position is 40 hours per week on the day shift, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The nurse coordinates patient care, participates in patient and family teaching, and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing staff and other patient care team members to maintain professional nursing practice standards. The role requires knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age groups of patients regularly served. The position reports to the Director, Manager, or designee. Pay is based on experience, with a stated range of $34.28 to $56.33 per hour. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit charitable health system serving Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It describes its workplaces as inclusive and ethical and emphasizes a culture of well-being, diversity, and community care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current BLS certification.
Current RN licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 or, once hired, sign a statement choosing exemption for medical or personal reasons.
ACLS may be required based on practice or department specialty.
Three to five years of specific experience may be required based on practice or department specialty.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of related experience preferred.
Previous medical office experience is desirable.
Experience working with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Coordinate nursing care for patients.
Participate in patient and family teaching.
Provide leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
Provide care appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served.