Trauma Surgical Nurse BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

8d•$42 - $106•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who plans and provides patient care for assigned patients in accordance with the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The RN demonstrates initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs, and is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. The position is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor. Patient care is required. Newly licensed nurses must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This is an onsite, regular staff nurse position in the BWH Trauma Surgical service, scheduled for 24 hours per week on a variable evening shift. Current surgical trauma experience is preferred. The listed pay range is $41.71–$105.65 per hour. Mass General Brigham describes competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs.

Requirements

Massachusetts Registered Nurse license.
Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; a newly licensed nurse must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.
The posting indicates that experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Basic analytic thinking to care for a group of patients.
Observational skills and ability to set priorities.
Ability to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to apply hospital standards related to service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time and priority management.

Nice To Haves

Current surgical trauma experience.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate a plan of care for assigned patients.
Set priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintain continuity of care through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Apply appropriate knowledge of patient growth and development, including adult and geriatric patients.
Document patient care clearly, completely, concisely, and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develop comprehensive plans of care based on patient and family assessments, health care team input, referrals, and previous medical records.
Develop and document educational plans for patients and families using appropriate resources.
Develop discharge plans using appropriate resources, referrals, and community resources.
Evaluate and document progress toward care goals, revising plans as needed.
Participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
Provide a safe environment for patients, staff, families, and visitors.
Administer medications and perform nursing procedures safely and efficiently according to established policies and procedures.
Use equipment safely and efficiently; recognize infection risks and transmission modes and apply universal precautions.
Interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues and collaborate with other disciplines.
Develop, use, and evaluate unit-specific standards of care; uphold the A.N.A. code of ethics and act as a role model.
Participate in setting unit goals and objectives, reviewing and evaluating them, and serving on committees; share committee information with peers.
Take responsibility for personal and professional growth, share knowledge with colleagues, participate in educational programs, and seek guidance for learning needs.
Use nursing research findings in clinical practice and support nursing or medical research efforts.
Use time and materials economically, suggest cost-effective care, assess patient acuity for staffing and assignment decisions, and work within budgetary boundaries.
Participate in orienting new staff and students, provide input into staff clinical evaluations as appropriate, and assume unit responsibility in the absence of leadership personnel.
Follow hospital and nursing policies, support their interpretation, and recommend policy or procedure changes through appropriate channels.
Contribute to cooperative unit operations and peer support, including flexibility with patient assignments, shifts, and work schedules.