RN, Short Stay Unit Job at Massachusetts General Physicians’ Organization in B

Job Description - RN, Short Stay Unit (3307629)

Seeking an experienced RN for an exciting opportunity to work on Bigelow 12, the new Short Stay Unit. The Short Stay Unit is a 31-bed telemetry floor that cares for a diverse patient population. The goal is to provide quality driven, patient-centered care to individuals with an anticipated stay of 24-72 hours.

Our nurses are authentic leaders within our hospital—revered for their clinical wisdom, valued as colleagues and recognized for the tremendous contributions they make to elevate patient care and enhance our capabilities. Here, you’ll be a valued member of our comprehensive multidisciplinary team where collaboration and teamwork are the norm, not the exception.

Reasons to Choose MGH

1. MGH is the #1 hospital in New England based on U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2022-2023
2. Competitive pay scale with annual pay increases
3. Shift differentials for nights, evenings and weekend hours
4. Generous PTO - New, full-time employees may earn up to 29 days annually, and the accrual rate is pro-rated for part-time employees
5. Enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides competent, compassionate patient- and family-centered nursing care based on scientific principles and the use of the nursing process and interdisciplinary teamwork.
2. Coordinates involvement of the patient, family and health team members in patient care, including patient/family education, teaching and discharge planning.
3. Communicates the plan of care and other pertinent information to/from other health care team members. Promotes continuity of care through effective hand-offs.
4. Participates in performance improvement activities.
5. Exhibits compliance with regulatory and quality and safety requirements.
6. Collaborates with other professionals and directs support staff and nonprofessional nursing personnel in maintaining recognized standards.
7. Participates in daily operational activities necessary for a safe patient/staff environment.
8. Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current nursing education practices.

Requirements for a Short Stay Unit RN

1. Minimum 1 year RN experience required.
2. Medical/surgical background preferred.
3. BSN preferred.
4. BLS preferred.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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.