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Mass General Brigham

Stepdown Intermediate Medicine Nurse BWH

Mass General Brigham, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Site: The Brigham & Women's Hospital, Inc.

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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, and effectively manages patients by assuming full responsibility for assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of patient care. The nurse is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor. For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.

Essential Functions 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; applies principles of growth and development to neonates in NICU and Obstetrics when applicable.

Quality of Care

Documents patient care clearly, completely, and concisely, in compliance with nursing documentation standards.

Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from initial assessment, team information, referrals and medical records.

Creates a comprehensive educational plan for patient and family, using appropriate resources and documents per department standards.

Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing community resources.

Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, documents progress and revises the plan as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Participates actively in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.

Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family and visitors.

Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.

Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.

Uses equipment safely and efficiently.

Demonstrates awareness of infection risk and transmission modes.

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 the 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 to support cost‑effective health care delivery.

Assesses patient acuity accurately when making staffing, transfer, and assignment decisions.

Demonstrates awareness of managing within established budgetary boundaries.

Personnel

Participates in orientation of new staff members, students, and others as appropriate.

Provides input into clinical evaluation of other staff when 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 cooperation and peer support required for smooth unit operation, including flexibility in patient assignments, shift assignment, or work schedule.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts. New licensed nurses must hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Experience: Stepdown medicine experience preferred.

Other: Membership in professional organizations recommended; certification in a specialty area encouraged.

Able to work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Evidence of basic analytic thinking necessary for patient care of a group of patients.

Observational skills and ability to set priorities.

Functions under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.

Effective application of hospital standards in teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range: $41.71 – $105.65/Hourly

Grade: MNA333At

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's 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.

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