Brigham and Women's Hospital
The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care as set forth in the Nursing Department's Clinical Practice Manual. The registered nurse demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager, or supervisor.
For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes.
Essential Functions
Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for postpartum couples and Level 2 NICU infants.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintains continuity through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric patient; in NICU and Obstetrics, principles of growth and development for neonate apply.
Organization of Patient Care
Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintains continuity through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric patient; in NICU and Obstetrics, principles apply to neonate.
Quality of Care
Documents patient care clearly, completely, concisely and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from initial assessment of patient and family, information from other team members, intragency referrals and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to departmental documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan using appropriate resources and referrals, including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, documents progress in meeting stated goals, and revises plan as needed.
Participates actively in unit‑based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family, and visitors.
Administers medication safely per established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual infection risks and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other disciplines.
Develops, utilizes, and evaluates unit‑specific standards of care.
Upholds ANA code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing unit goals and objectives.
Participates in periodic review and evaluation of goals and objectives.
Serves on unit‑based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit‑based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
Budget
Utilizes time and materials effectively and economically.
Provides suggestions that support the delivery of cost‑effective health care.
Assesses patient acuity accurately when making staffing, transfer and assignment decisions.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
Personnel
Participates in orientation of new staff members, students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff, as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends changes in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for smooth operation of the unit.
Education Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts. For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse (RN - State License) - Generic - HR Only required.
Experience Prior experience not required unless specified for certain specialty areas.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The RN must show evidence of basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and ability to set priorities.
Must function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes.
Essential Functions
Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for postpartum couples and Level 2 NICU infants.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintains continuity through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric patient; in NICU and Obstetrics, principles of growth and development for neonate apply.
Organization of Patient Care
Accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintains continuity through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric patient; in NICU and Obstetrics, principles apply to neonate.
Quality of Care
Documents patient care clearly, completely, concisely and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from initial assessment of patient and family, information from other team members, intragency referrals and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to departmental documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan using appropriate resources and referrals, including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, documents progress in meeting stated goals, and revises plan as needed.
Participates actively in unit‑based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family, and visitors.
Administers medication safely per established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual infection risks and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other disciplines.
Develops, utilizes, and evaluates unit‑specific standards of care.
Upholds ANA code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing unit goals and objectives.
Participates in periodic review and evaluation of goals and objectives.
Serves on unit‑based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit‑based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
Budget
Utilizes time and materials effectively and economically.
Provides suggestions that support the delivery of cost‑effective health care.
Assesses patient acuity accurately when making staffing, transfer and assignment decisions.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
Personnel
Participates in orientation of new staff members, students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff, as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends changes in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for smooth operation of the unit.
Education Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts. For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse (RN - State License) - Generic - HR Only required.
Experience Prior experience not required unless specified for certain specialty areas.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The RN must show evidence of basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and ability to set priorities.
Must function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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