Staff Nurse, Resource Team

Mass General Brigham Belmont, MA 02478, US

$33.78 - $69.33 / hour

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

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.

Job Summary

Summary
Utilizing the nursing process, responsibility for providing for immediate and long-term nursing care needs of patients within the standards of the department, hospital and regulatory agencies.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions:
Accurately assesses patients’ needs.
-1 Utilizes multiple data sources to determine actual/potential health problems and functional status.
-Utilizes Recovery Oriented Framework to identify patient strengths.
-2 Performs point of care testing.
-3 Communicates findings effectively to members of the healthcare team.
-4 Documentation reflects response to intervention, demonstrates an understanding of patients’ response to treatment interventions.
-5 Identifies patient behaviors that contribute to the development of a crisis; utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate a crisis situation.
-Accurately plans nursing interventions for assigned patients.
-1 Modifies and individualizes Nursing Plan of Care and protocols.
-2 Participates in the development of the multidisciplinary treatment plan.
-3 Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient care needs.
-4 Partners with patients/families to support recovery goals.
-Provides and implements nursing care interventions.
-1 Establishes a therapeutic alliance with assigned patients.
-2 Demonstrates safe, accurate and timely medication administration using BMV scanning.
-3 Reviews physician orders in a timely manner.
-4 Promotes interventions that provide the least-restrictive alternatives and recovery-oriented goals.
-5 Participates in leading patient groups.
-Accurately evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care interventions.
-1 Documentation on the Nursing Plan of Care, protocols, and Assessment Flowsheet reflects response to intervention, demonstrates an understanding of patients’ response to treatment interventions.
-2 Accurately communicates patients’ clinical status at clinical team rounds and change of shift reports.
-3 Utilizes evidence-based nursing knowledge to guide practice decisions.
-Provides a leadership role in organizing and providing patient care.
-1 Provides direction and supervision of MHSs.
-Delegate care interventions.
-2 Assumes a leadership role in medical and psychiatric emergencies.
-3 Promotes/provides for critical incident de-briefing following emergency event.
-4 Anticipates acute milieu problems and delegates staff appropriately.
-5 Participates in the training and education of RNs, MHSs, and other healthcare providers.
-Provides for teaching needs of patient and significant others.
-1 Provides health teaching related to patient needs and recovery goals.
-2 Documents teaching in the patient’s record.
-3 Informs treatment team of patients and significant others’ learning needs.
-Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency.
-1 Completes mandatory in-service requirements.
-2 Maintains competency for treating patient population.
-3 Seeks constructive feedback regarding work performance from peers and professional colleagues.
-4 Identifies strengths and areas for professional/practice development with supervisor.
-Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication.
-1 Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
-2 Communicates positively, supportively, and with courtesy to the patients and staff.
-3 Presents self in a positive and professional manner.
-Contributes to the productivity and cost-effectiveness of the hospital, department, and unit.
-1 Demonstrates effective time management.
-2 Demonstrates economical management of services and supplies.
-3 Notifies shift coordinator/charge nurse of availability for additional assignments.

Qualifications

Education Other Certificate/Diploma Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Experience one year medical/psychiatric experience preferred preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, ability to utilize the nursing process and to work collaboratively. - Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire. - Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

The Resource Team at McLean provides flexible, responsive care by supporting all 10 inpatient units and the Clinical Evaluation Center based on real-time staffing needs. Team members ensure continuity of care across diverse clinical settings, adapting quickly to different patient populations and unit protocols.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

115 Mill Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$33.78 - $69.33/Hourly

Grade

MCL901

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation 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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Maintains and enhances his/her own professional expertise and knowledge of current regulatory stands, reimbursement mechanisms, clinical advances, and community resources. Provides confidentiality to all work-related information. Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent personnel information in accordance with the privacy act, as well as our established personnel policies governing the release of information. Demonstrates the ability to identify patient/resident needs. Displays ability to respond constructively to peer and supervisory suggestions and direction. Correspond with insurers regarding admission and continued stay criteria to ensure reimbursement. Provide the Administrator with information relative to the nursing needs of the resident and the nursing services department’s ability to meet those needs. Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions. Their expected time arrival, room assignment, etc. Review nurses’ notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nurse care being provided, that they reflect the resident’s response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident’s wishes. Schedule rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met in accordance with the resident’s request. Review nurses notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS. Develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care. Participate in developing, implementing, and periodically updating the residents written discharge plan. Represent the facility at and participate in top level meetings. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the administrator concerning the operation of the facility. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Assist in setting the tone and atmosphere of the facility. Serve as liaison to the Administrator, medical staff, and other professional and supervisory staff. Participate in the facility’s on-call rotation schedule. Perform other duties as assigned.