Tufts Medicine
Registered Nurse, RN - Adult Complex Medical Unit
Tufts Medicine, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States, 01856
Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center that has been caring for patients across New England for more than 200 years. As the principal teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine and a nationally respected research institution, we are known for delivering groundbreaking, patient-centered care across more than 100 specialties and services, from primary care to our Level I Trauma Center to the region’s leading heart transplant program.Nurses are at the heart of that mission.As a Magnet designated organization, Tufts Medical Center offers nurses the opportunity to practice at the highest level grounded in teamwork, clinical inquiry, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are committed to advancing nursing through evidence-based care, shared decision-making, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.Nurses at Tufts MC are deeply integrated into all aspects of clinical care and operations. Whether providing high-acuity specialty care or leading quality and safety initiatives, our nurses are respected as full partners in care delivery and innovation. Their insight drives progress. Their expertise shapes outcomes.Nurses are supported through strong peer networks, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional development. Professional growth is expected, encouraged, and championed.At Tufts Medical Center, nursing isn’t just supported but integral to who we are. Join us and be part of a team that’s leading with purpose and redefining what’s possible in healthcare.**Proger 7 is a 23-bed unit** with primary services lines of General Medicine (COPD, ACS, sepsis, pneumonia, FTT) and Infectious Disease (endocarditis, cellulitis, sepsis, wound infection/debridement) with overflow of other medical/surgical services.Proger 7 is the only adult inpatient unit that cares for patient’s s/p I-131 therapy that require an inpatient stay.Complex Medical case types with or without complex co-morbidities. Position/Job Title: Prof RN - Full Time, 36 hoursHome Department: Proger 7Cluster Departments: North 7 / North 8 / Farnsworth 4*Please note:* The home unit for this position is Proger 7 and it is clustered with North 7 / North 8 / Farnsworth 4. You may be scheduled to work on the unit(s) you are clustered to off your home unit.**Schedule**36 hours, Rotating Days/Nights**Job Profile Summary**This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders.
In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient’s plan of care as directed.
Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license.
A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs.
The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education.
A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.The professional registered nurse possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative environment among all health care providers. The professional registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment central to our patient and family centered model of care.1. Registered Nurse (RN) license.2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.**Preferred Qualifications:**1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)2. Specialty Nursing certifications.**Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1.Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate care.
2. Assesses and collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to: Identify expected outcomes based on synthesis of data and diagnosis; and identify cultural needs (i.e. language, etc) to develop a care plan that enhances the health care experience.4. Implements: The plan in a safe and timely manner; Documents the implementation and any modifications, including changes or omissions, of the identified plan; Collaborates with nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan; Utilizes evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem; Provides and coordinates health teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an optimal level of health; Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response.6. Demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of care is: Evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate; Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices; Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically sensitive care to all patients and families.18. Participates in professional development and lifelong learning activities that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and support achievement of their career goals including: Maintaining current licensure and adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act; Assuming responsibility for participating in educational opportunities to support and meet clinical competency requirements; Seeking out educational and professional resources; Developing professionally as a self-directed, motivated learner; Seeking out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities; Precepting and mentoring newly hired staff and nursing students; Investigating available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and research into daily professional activities; Promoting leadership at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator; and Promoting unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model.20. Facilitates communication by: Seeking and sharing job-related information that supports a culture of respect and responsibility; Assuming responsibility and ownership for professional conduct; Accepting responsibility for positive and productive communication skills; Attending and actively #J-18808-Ljbffr
In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient’s plan of care as directed.
Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license.
A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs.
The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education.
A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.The professional registered nurse possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative environment among all health care providers. The professional registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment central to our patient and family centered model of care.1. Registered Nurse (RN) license.2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.**Preferred Qualifications:**1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)2. Specialty Nursing certifications.**Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1.Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate care.
2. Assesses and collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to: Identify expected outcomes based on synthesis of data and diagnosis; and identify cultural needs (i.e. language, etc) to develop a care plan that enhances the health care experience.4. Implements: The plan in a safe and timely manner; Documents the implementation and any modifications, including changes or omissions, of the identified plan; Collaborates with nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan; Utilizes evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem; Provides and coordinates health teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an optimal level of health; Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response.6. Demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of care is: Evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate; Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices; Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically sensitive care to all patients and families.18. Participates in professional development and lifelong learning activities that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and support achievement of their career goals including: Maintaining current licensure and adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act; Assuming responsibility for participating in educational opportunities to support and meet clinical competency requirements; Seeking out educational and professional resources; Developing professionally as a self-directed, motivated learner; Seeking out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities; Precepting and mentoring newly hired staff and nursing students; Investigating available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and research into daily professional activities; Promoting leadership at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator; and Promoting unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model.20. Facilitates communication by: Seeking and sharing job-related information that supports a culture of respect and responsibility; Assuming responsibility and ownership for professional conduct; Accepting responsibility for positive and productive communication skills; Attending and actively #J-18808-Ljbffr