Tufts Medical Center
Registered Nurse, RN - Complex Medical Surgical Unit, Part Time
Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center and principal teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine. We deliver patient-centered care across more than 100 specialties and services, from primary care to our Level I Trauma Center and heart transplant program. Nursing is integral to our mission, with opportunities to practice at the highest level in a Magnet-designated organization that values teamwork, clinical inquiry, evidence-based care, and continuous improvement.
Nurses are deeply integrated into clinical care and operations, respected as partners in care delivery and innovation. Our nurses have access to strong peer networks, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional development. At Tufts Medical Center, nursing is integral to who we are. Join us to be part of a team leading with purpose and redefining what's possible in healthcare.
North 7
is a 32-bed unit with Primary Service Lines: Renal, Pulmonary and GI, with overflow of other medical/surgical services. Common complex medical case types with or without complex co-morbidities.
Position/Job Title: Prof RN - Days/Nights Rotating, 24 Hours
Home Department: North 7
Cluster: Departments: Proger7 / North 8 / Farnsworth 4
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It includes performing clinical nurse duties: assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice to achieve the patient’s plan of care. Requires a nursing license. This is a professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower-level professionals or manage processes and programs. The role involves overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. This senior level role may manage projects/processes, coach and review work, and resolve difficult problems.
Job Overview The professional registered nurse possesses the skills and knowledge necessary for delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The nurse stays informed on healthcare trends, technology, pharmacology, treatment modalities, quality and patient safety. The nurse serves as patient and family advocate while fostering a collaborative environment among health care providers. They plan, deliver and manage patient/family-centered care using the nursing process and standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence-based practice and/or best practices. The nurse provides clinical excellence to support a patient- and family-centered model of care.
Job Description Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) relevant to the department and type of care may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Specialty nursing certifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Utilize theoretical and evidence-based knowledge to partner with patients and families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age-appropriate care.
Assess and collaborate with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to identify expected outcomes and develop a care plan that meets cultural needs.
Plan individualized outcomes-based care plans, orchestrate and validate the plan of care for each shift, and coordinate discharge planning with resources to ensure seamless transitions.
Implement the plan safely and timely; document modifications; collaborate with nursing colleagues; use evidence-based interventions; provide health teaching; document care per policy and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate the effectiveness of planned strategies, update the care plan based on patient response and outcomes.
Demonstrate critical thinking and apply evidence-based practice; provide culturally sensitive care; initiate changes in nursing practices as appropriate.
Perform procedures and treatments according to unit guidelines and professional standards.
Safely administer medications and assess patient response; ensure pharmacology knowledge aligns with standards of care.
Maintain clinical competency with respect to technology and equipment.
Act as an advocate and educator for patients and families.
Provide high-quality, efficient, and safe care; use data trends to support practice improvements.
Participate in safety and quality initiatives and performance improvement activities; support patient safety initiatives.
Promote collaboration across disciplines to ensure quality care and a positive work environment; participate in rounds and care plan reporting.
Delegate responsibilities appropriately within the team.
Influence others to achieve service excellence and promote a safe, respectful environment; acknowledge cultural differences and manage resources responsibly.
Engage in professional development and lifelong learning; maintain licensure; pursue education and certification opportunities; precept and mentor staff and students; promote leadership at the bedside.
May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership.
Facilitate communication to support a culture of respect and responsibility; participate in staff meetings and stay current with unit and hospital information.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged standing/walking; lifting and transferring patients and equipment.
Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
Exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise; potential exposure to radiation, lasers, etc.
Risk of bloodborne pathogens; contact with patients in varying situations; handle emergencies; irregular hours; possible exposure to hazardous materials.
Skills & Abilities
Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan, considering development and cultural patterns.
Provide care to a designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies and protocols.
Ability to interpret age-specific data and communicate appropriately with patients and families.
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Nurses are deeply integrated into clinical care and operations, respected as partners in care delivery and innovation. Our nurses have access to strong peer networks, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional development. At Tufts Medical Center, nursing is integral to who we are. Join us to be part of a team leading with purpose and redefining what's possible in healthcare.
North 7
is a 32-bed unit with Primary Service Lines: Renal, Pulmonary and GI, with overflow of other medical/surgical services. Common complex medical case types with or without complex co-morbidities.
Position/Job Title: Prof RN - Days/Nights Rotating, 24 Hours
Home Department: North 7
Cluster: Departments: Proger7 / North 8 / Farnsworth 4
Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It includes performing clinical nurse duties: assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice to achieve the patient’s plan of care. Requires a nursing license. This is a professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower-level professionals or manage processes and programs. The role involves overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. This senior level role may manage projects/processes, coach and review work, and resolve difficult problems.
Job Overview The professional registered nurse possesses the skills and knowledge necessary for delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The nurse stays informed on healthcare trends, technology, pharmacology, treatment modalities, quality and patient safety. The nurse serves as patient and family advocate while fostering a collaborative environment among health care providers. They plan, deliver and manage patient/family-centered care using the nursing process and standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence-based practice and/or best practices. The nurse provides clinical excellence to support a patient- and family-centered model of care.
Job Description Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) relevant to the department and type of care may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Specialty nursing certifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Utilize theoretical and evidence-based knowledge to partner with patients and families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age-appropriate care.
Assess and collaborate with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to identify expected outcomes and develop a care plan that meets cultural needs.
Plan individualized outcomes-based care plans, orchestrate and validate the plan of care for each shift, and coordinate discharge planning with resources to ensure seamless transitions.
Implement the plan safely and timely; document modifications; collaborate with nursing colleagues; use evidence-based interventions; provide health teaching; document care per policy and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate the effectiveness of planned strategies, update the care plan based on patient response and outcomes.
Demonstrate critical thinking and apply evidence-based practice; provide culturally sensitive care; initiate changes in nursing practices as appropriate.
Perform procedures and treatments according to unit guidelines and professional standards.
Safely administer medications and assess patient response; ensure pharmacology knowledge aligns with standards of care.
Maintain clinical competency with respect to technology and equipment.
Act as an advocate and educator for patients and families.
Provide high-quality, efficient, and safe care; use data trends to support practice improvements.
Participate in safety and quality initiatives and performance improvement activities; support patient safety initiatives.
Promote collaboration across disciplines to ensure quality care and a positive work environment; participate in rounds and care plan reporting.
Delegate responsibilities appropriately within the team.
Influence others to achieve service excellence and promote a safe, respectful environment; acknowledge cultural differences and manage resources responsibly.
Engage in professional development and lifelong learning; maintain licensure; pursue education and certification opportunities; precept and mentor staff and students; promote leadership at the bedside.
May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership.
Facilitate communication to support a culture of respect and responsibility; participate in staff meetings and stay current with unit and hospital information.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged standing/walking; lifting and transferring patients and equipment.
Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
Exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise; potential exposure to radiation, lasers, etc.
Risk of bloodborne pathogens; contact with patients in varying situations; handle emergencies; irregular hours; possible exposure to hazardous materials.
Skills & Abilities
Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan, considering development and cultural patterns.
Provide care to a designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies and protocols.
Ability to interpret age-specific data and communicate appropriately with patients and families.
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