Brigham and Women's Hospital
Med Surg Nurse Day/Night rotation Faulkner
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Med Surg Nurse Day/Night rotation Faulkner
18 hours ago • Be among the first 25 applicants
Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not‑for‑profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high‑performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
36‑hour Day/Night rotation, Every other weekend & Holiday Commitment
7 North
Job Summary 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. The Staff Nurse will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.
PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Maintains patient safety by identifying risk factors and intervening appropriately.
Participates in product trials by evaluating for safety.
Utilizes nursing judgment in implementing physician orders in a safe and conscientious manner. Notifies manager, clinical leader or supervisor with any concerns.
ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS
Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.
Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.
Serves as a patient and family advocate in providing care at all times.
Utilizes the proper procedures to resolve patients conflicts i.e. interdisciplinary meeting, ethics committee.
MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
Appropriately delegates responsibility to unit secretaries, and patient care assistants with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities.
Utilizes staff development to meet educational needs.
The Charge Nurse Role: Completes the assignment for the following shift based on the acuity of patients; Coordinates nursing activities for the unit; Serves as a Clinical Resource for staff on the unit and is aware of all patient conditions; Assists manager or supervisor in determining staffing needs for the next shift; Completes report sheet for the manager or supervisor.
MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION
Documents patient care assessment, flow sheets and interventions on Meditech system.
Individualizes patient diagnosis and sets goals for all identified patient problems.
Documents patient response to interventions in Meditech and /or nursing notes.
Documents patient incidents in detail as they occur. This includes falls, reactions to medications, or other injuries.
Gives taped report in concise, comprehensive manner.
Utilizes Meditech system to: Check patient orders; views patient results; views cross‑departmental communication via E-mail
Anticipates discharge date and initiates nursing referral.
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY CARE
Interacts with all members of health care team to provide interdisciplinary patient care.
Maintains and fosters a team work approach to patient care within the Nursing Department.
PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION
Determines and incorporates patient/family education into plan of care.
Documents patient teaching and response onto nursing Meditech or nursing notes. Completes discharge teaching with patient and/or family member.
COMPETENCY
Maintains compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies.
Actively seeks out unit and/or service related Continuing Education classes.
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Understands unit specific QI plan and participates in audits as required.
Revises patient care based on QI results.
Participates in SEAQ programs.
PATIENT CARE
Accurately assesses patients and develops appropriate plan of care based on hospital standards including psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and physical needs of patients and families.
Implements ordered treatments and dispenses medications according to hospital policy. Maintains standard precautions while delivering care.
Continually evaluates patient’s status and updates plan of care as needed.
Participates in interdisciplinary rounds.
Continuum of Care
Initiates and Coordinates interdisciplinary care planning with other health care professionals, i.e. Case Review, Dietary, PT, OT, Social Service and Psychiatry.
Participates in post‑hospital plan of care with Case Review.
Qualifications
BSN required
Massachusetts Registered Nurse Licensure required
BLS required
Medical/surgical/telemetry experience preferred
Adheres to all I.C.A.R.E standards.
The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Adheres to all C.A.R.E. standards.
Staff RN, Psychiatry, Ambulatory/Float: Adheres to all I.C.A.R.E standards.
The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Additional Job Details Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 249‑bed non‑profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. We are a Magnet designated hospital, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. We believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients are at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 1153 Centre Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range $41.36 - $100.00/Hourly
Grade RN3500
EEO Statement Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not‑for‑profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high‑performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
36‑hour Day/Night rotation, Every other weekend & Holiday Commitment
7 North
Job Summary 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. The Staff Nurse will also assure the practice of the Patient and Family Centered Care Model in an environment that exemplifies best practice.
PROVISION OF A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Maintains patient safety by identifying risk factors and intervening appropriately.
Participates in product trials by evaluating for safety.
Utilizes nursing judgment in implementing physician orders in a safe and conscientious manner. Notifies manager, clinical leader or supervisor with any concerns.
ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS
Maintains and promotes an atmosphere which reflects the mission and values of the organization.
Respects and supports a culturally diverse staff and patient population.
Serves as a patient and family advocate in providing care at all times.
Utilizes the proper procedures to resolve patients conflicts i.e. interdisciplinary meeting, ethics committee.
MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
Appropriately delegates responsibility to unit secretaries, and patient care assistants with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities.
Utilizes staff development to meet educational needs.
The Charge Nurse Role: Completes the assignment for the following shift based on the acuity of patients; Coordinates nursing activities for the unit; Serves as a Clinical Resource for staff on the unit and is aware of all patient conditions; Assists manager or supervisor in determining staffing needs for the next shift; Completes report sheet for the manager or supervisor.
MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION
Documents patient care assessment, flow sheets and interventions on Meditech system.
Individualizes patient diagnosis and sets goals for all identified patient problems.
Documents patient response to interventions in Meditech and /or nursing notes.
Documents patient incidents in detail as they occur. This includes falls, reactions to medications, or other injuries.
Gives taped report in concise, comprehensive manner.
Utilizes Meditech system to: Check patient orders; views patient results; views cross‑departmental communication via E-mail
Anticipates discharge date and initiates nursing referral.
COLLABORATIVE INTERDISCIPLINARY CARE
Interacts with all members of health care team to provide interdisciplinary patient care.
Maintains and fosters a team work approach to patient care within the Nursing Department.
PATIENT/FAMILY EDUCATION
Determines and incorporates patient/family education into plan of care.
Documents patient teaching and response onto nursing Meditech or nursing notes. Completes discharge teaching with patient and/or family member.
COMPETENCY
Maintains compliance with hospital, nursing and unit specific competencies.
Actively seeks out unit and/or service related Continuing Education classes.
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Understands unit specific QI plan and participates in audits as required.
Revises patient care based on QI results.
Participates in SEAQ programs.
PATIENT CARE
Accurately assesses patients and develops appropriate plan of care based on hospital standards including psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and physical needs of patients and families.
Implements ordered treatments and dispenses medications according to hospital policy. Maintains standard precautions while delivering care.
Continually evaluates patient’s status and updates plan of care as needed.
Participates in interdisciplinary rounds.
Continuum of Care
Initiates and Coordinates interdisciplinary care planning with other health care professionals, i.e. Case Review, Dietary, PT, OT, Social Service and Psychiatry.
Participates in post‑hospital plan of care with Case Review.
Qualifications
BSN required
Massachusetts Registered Nurse Licensure required
BLS required
Medical/surgical/telemetry experience preferred
Adheres to all I.C.A.R.E standards.
The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Adheres to all C.A.R.E. standards.
Staff RN, Psychiatry, Ambulatory/Float: Adheres to all I.C.A.R.E standards.
The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service, team work, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
Additional Job Details Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 249‑bed non‑profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. We are a Magnet designated hospital, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. We believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients are at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 1153 Centre Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range $41.36 - $100.00/Hourly
Grade RN3500
EEO Statement Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People‑Focused, half Performance‑Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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