Surgical GYN-Onc Nurse BWH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

2d • $42 - $106 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible for planning and providing 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 assumes responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. The position is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor and provides patient care in the GYN oncology setting at Connors 8N, The Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current registration as a nurse in Massachusetts.
• Newly licensed nurses must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Able to work a weekend rotation under the MNA contract.
• Demonstrate basic analytic thinking, observational skills, and ability to set priorities.
• Able to function under stress and demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Apply hospital standards for service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time and priority management.

Nice To Haves

• GYN oncology experience is preferred.
• Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
• Certification in a specialty area is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for an assigned group of patients, setting priorities according to acuity.
• Maintain continuity of care through clear verbal and written communication.
• Document patient care in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
• Develop and revise patient care plans, including educational and discharge plans, using appropriate clinical, referral, and community resources.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
• Promote a safe environment; administer medications, perform nursing procedures, and use equipment safely and efficiently; and apply infection-control practices and universal precautions.
• Interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues, and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Help develop, use, and evaluate unit-specific standards of care; participate in unit goals, periodic reviews, and committees; and share relevant information with peers.
• Pursue professional growth, share knowledge with colleagues, participate in educational programs, and seek guidance for learning needs.
• Use nursing research findings in practice and support nursing or medical research endeavors.
• Use time and materials effectively, support cost-effective care, assess acuity for staffing and assignment decisions, and work within budgetary boundaries.
• Participate in orientation and clinical evaluation of staff and students as appropriate; assume unit responsibility when leadership personnel are absent; follow and help interpret policies; and recommend policy changes through appropriate channels.
• Contribute to peer support and unit operations, including flexibility with patient assignments, shifts, and work schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs supporting professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level