Temporary IVF Nurse BWH
About The Position
The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who plans and provides patient care for assigned patients according to the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs, and manages care by taking responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role reports directly to a designated nurse manager or supervisor. This is a short-term temporary position with an expected duration of six months; the hospital may extend or shorten the term based on clinical or other needs. The position is in the BWH IVF Clinic, is scheduled for 32 hours weekly, and follows a variable day schedule with an every-other-weekend rotation.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
- Current registration in Massachusetts as a nurse.
- A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required for newly licensed nurses.
- At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
- Previous recent OR, PACU, or moderate sedation experience.
- Able to work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.
- Proficient knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare technologies.
Nice To Haves
- Previous IVF care coordination and triage experience.
- Previous experience and demonstrated skill with IV placement.
- Previous IVF procedural experience.
- Experience in team-based care.
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
- Certification in a specialty area is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for assigned patients, prioritizing care based on patient acuity.
- Maintain continuity of care through clear verbal and written communication.
- Document patient care and develop patient and family care, education, and discharge plans using appropriate resources and referrals.
- Evaluate care outcomes, document progress, and revise care plans as needed.
- Participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
- Provide a safe environment; administer medications, perform nursing procedures, and use equipment safely and efficiently.
- Recognize infection risks and modes of transmission and use universal precautions.
- Interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues; collaborate with other disciplines.
- Contribute to unit standards, goals, reviews, committees, and organizational initiatives, and share information with peers.
- Pursue professional learning, share knowledge with colleagues, and participate in educational programs.
- Apply nursing research findings and support nursing or medical research endeavors.
- Use time and materials economically, support cost-effective care, assess acuity for staffing and assignments, and work within budgetary boundaries.
- Help orient staff and students, provide input into staff evaluations as appropriate, and assume unit responsibility when leadership personnel are absent.
- Follow hospital and nursing policies, recommend policy or procedure changes through appropriate channels, and support unit operations through flexibility with assignments and schedules.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
- Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.
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Career Level
Mid Level
