Tufts Medicine
Registered Nurse, RN - Complex Medical Surgical Unit, Part Time
Tufts Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Registered Nurse, RN - Complex Medical Surgical Unit, Part Time
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Tufts Medicine 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. Renal: ARF, AKI, CRF, Care of PD functioning and non-functioning catheters, sepsis, clotted fistulas, UTI, dehydration, hypotension, PD catheter placement, kidney transplant rejection. Pulmonary: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, sepsis, Pneumonia, TB. GI: Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis flare, GI, Pancreatitis. Special Equipment: All beds can be monitored. Patient case types may also be receiving Bipap, Cpap, High Flow O2, EEG telemetry, negative pressure dressings, specialty beds, PCA therapy and both manual and cycled peritoneal dialysis. Special Medications or Infusions: Veletri (Epoprostenol) therapies both IV and subcutaneous are specific to this unit. Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care needs of a designated group of patients or providing nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice to achieve the patient’s plan of care as directed. 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 commonly involves managing projects or processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of others, and resolving complex problems. Job Overview
The professional registered nurse delivers and manages patient care from admission through discharge. The nurse stays current with healthcare trends, technology, pharmacology, treatment modalities, quality and patient safety. The nurse advocates for patients and families, fosters collaboration among care providers, and utilizes the nursing process to deliver patient/family centered care in line with evidence-based practices. Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence within our 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
Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge to partner with patients and families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age-appropriate care. Collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to develop care plans and coordinate discharge planning. Plans individualized outcomes-based care plans, coordinates care across shifts, and facilitates communication regarding the plan of care. Implements the plan safely and timely; documents care and modifications; uses evidence-based interventions; provides health teaching; documents per policy. Evaluates outcomes and updates the plan of care as needed based on patient response. Demonstrates professional judgment, patient advocacy, and education for patients and families. Maintains clinical competency with respect to technology and equipment; ensures safe medication administration and pharmacology knowledge. Participates in patient safety, quality and performance improvement activities; supports a culture of quality and service excellence. Facilitates interdisciplinary communication and cooperation; may assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed. Promotes professional development and lifelong learning; maintains licensure; supports a shared governance model. Physical Requirements
Prolonged standing/walking; lifts, positions, and transfers patients and equipment. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching; exposure to hazardous conditions and infectious diseases. Irregular hours; potential contact with hazardous materials. Skills & Abilities
Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan with cultural sensitivity. Ability to care for a designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tufts Medicine. Get notified about new Registered Nurse jobs in Boston, MA.
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Registered Nurse, RN - Complex Medical Surgical Unit, Part Time
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Tufts Medicine 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. Renal: ARF, AKI, CRF, Care of PD functioning and non-functioning catheters, sepsis, clotted fistulas, UTI, dehydration, hypotension, PD catheter placement, kidney transplant rejection. Pulmonary: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, sepsis, Pneumonia, TB. GI: Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis flare, GI, Pancreatitis. Special Equipment: All beds can be monitored. Patient case types may also be receiving Bipap, Cpap, High Flow O2, EEG telemetry, negative pressure dressings, specialty beds, PCA therapy and both manual and cycled peritoneal dialysis. Special Medications or Infusions: Veletri (Epoprostenol) therapies both IV and subcutaneous are specific to this unit. Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care needs of a designated group of patients or providing nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice to achieve the patient’s plan of care as directed. 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 commonly involves managing projects or processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of others, and resolving complex problems. Job Overview
The professional registered nurse delivers and manages patient care from admission through discharge. The nurse stays current with healthcare trends, technology, pharmacology, treatment modalities, quality and patient safety. The nurse advocates for patients and families, fosters collaboration among care providers, and utilizes the nursing process to deliver patient/family centered care in line with evidence-based practices. Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence within our 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
Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge to partner with patients and families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age-appropriate care. Collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to develop care plans and coordinate discharge planning. Plans individualized outcomes-based care plans, coordinates care across shifts, and facilitates communication regarding the plan of care. Implements the plan safely and timely; documents care and modifications; uses evidence-based interventions; provides health teaching; documents per policy. Evaluates outcomes and updates the plan of care as needed based on patient response. Demonstrates professional judgment, patient advocacy, and education for patients and families. Maintains clinical competency with respect to technology and equipment; ensures safe medication administration and pharmacology knowledge. Participates in patient safety, quality and performance improvement activities; supports a culture of quality and service excellence. Facilitates interdisciplinary communication and cooperation; may assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed. Promotes professional development and lifelong learning; maintains licensure; supports a shared governance model. Physical Requirements
Prolonged standing/walking; lifts, positions, and transfers patients and equipment. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching; exposure to hazardous conditions and infectious diseases. Irregular hours; potential contact with hazardous materials. Skills & Abilities
Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan with cultural sensitivity. Ability to care for a designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tufts Medicine. Get notified about new Registered Nurse jobs in Boston, MA.
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