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Tufts Medicine

RN-Med Surg R4

Tufts Medicine, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States, 01856

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Job Overview The RN II independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.

Hours & Shifts Hours: 36 Hours Shifts: Day Shift 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location R4 – Med Surg Unit

Minimum Qualifications

Massachusetts RN Licensure.

12 months – less than 3 years RN experience.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Department specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Duties and Responsibilities

Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.

Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence‑based practice and research into clinical practice.

Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.

Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.

Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient’s needs.

Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.

Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.

Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.

Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.

Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.

Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.

Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.

Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.

Participates in departmental committees as needed.

Pay Range $37.18 - $47.41 per hour.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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