Nursing Jobs in Templeton, MA

Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $15,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 24-hour, night, 11:00 pm - 7:30 am, every other weekend and holiday, Monday - Sunday $37.26 - $76.63 Responsibilities Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers and demonstrates understanding of dosage, action, use, side effects, and titration parameters associated with maintenance of unit specific drips in accordance with provider's orders, protocols, policies and guidelines.. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the attending provider. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Recognizes normal and deviant progress patterns and reports problems or concerns to physician in a timely manner. Utilizes pain management devices and other techniques to ensure proper pain relief. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots other equipment related to the surgical patient such as; traction/orthopedic equipment/devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes and drains, etc. Institutes appropriate measures in life threatening situations. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Participates actively in daily multi-disciplinary rounds for planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care. Interprets and documents patient cardiac rate, rhythm and configuration (PR ST segment) and initiates appropriate treatment plan based on provider orders. Evaluates and takes appropriate action for patients with chest pain or other cardiac related symptoms Performs assessment of psychiatric and physical needs on each patient upon admission and uses data collected to create and/or revise nursing plan of care. Performs pre-admission screenings and appropriate insurance procedures. Assesses the unit milieu and makes decisions to maintain a safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors. Understands the indication, therapeutic effect, dosage, and side effects of psychoactive medications on the geriatric patient. De-escalates volatile situations and/or individuals using non-violent techniques. Creates and updates the Master Treatment Plan, coordinating with hospital and community providers and significant others. Participates actively in multi-disciplinary treatment team in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care. Meets with families and significant others and residential providers in planning appropriate disposition and discharge. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Minimum Work Experience 1 yr Med/Surg experience preferred Previous telemetry experience preferred Pediatric experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current MA RN License ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire PALS preferred Disclaimer We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: Per Diem, Days, Evenings, Eight (8) hour shifts, On call on weeknights, Weekends and holidays as needed $37.26 - $76.63 We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy, in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Performs pre-admission testing on Surgical Day Care patients. Performs nursing assessment and coordinates and performs ancillary testing for patients undergoing day surgery including performing blood draws and EKG's. Reviews pre-operative orders and consults with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist as necessary to assure appropriate tests are ordered per guidelines. Reviews test results, checks for abnormal results and communicates abnormalities to the surgeon, anesthesiologist and/or primary physician prior to surgery. Reviews preoperative chart for completeness verifying that all paperwork is present and complete preoperatively, such as consent form, H&P, and lab results. Provides emotional support to patients undergoing a change in body image and/or activity level due to surgery. Initiates and documents post-operative phone calls to SDC patients. Safely administers intravenous therapy to support the patients’ treatment plan. Initiates and administers IV's, without errors or complications, in accordance with physician orders and nursing policy and procedure. Observes and documents patients' response to intravenous therapy. Continuously monitors post operative patients to ensure safety while recovering from anesthesia. Monitors and observes patients during the recovery phase of general or regional anesthesia. Monitors for potential problems/complications immediately post operatively, giving special attention to oxygenation, ventilation, circulation and temperature. Supports the perioperative plan of care through implementation of the recovery plan of care for the patient. Demonstrates knowledge of dosage, action, use and side effects of medications commonly used during anesthesia. Checks patient dressing, is alert for signs of unusual bleeding and administers ice packs PRN. Provides communication to all team members to ensure continuum of patient care during the perioperative process. Provides a comprehensive patient summary to the staff accepting the patient in transfer or providing temporary coverage. Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists and nursing staff to provide continuum of care during perioperative process. Safely administers blood and blood products to replace loss during surgery. Administers and monitors patients receiving blood and blood products as well as observes and documents patients' response to blood transfusions. Documents, accurately and thoroughly, blood administration according to nursing policy and procedure. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Statement of Other Duties: This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Physical Requirements: Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes:The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement, motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Minimum Work Experience Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg, ICU, ED or peri-operative services experience. Minimum 6 months of recent PACU, SDC or radiology experience preferred. Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current RN license in MA Current AHA ACLS and PALS certifications are required. Required Skills Excellent communication, critical care and critical thinking skills are a must. Must take call per PACU rotation. 
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Licensed Practical Nurse with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! This is a full-time position with a client caseload in Worcester MA and surrounding areas. Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work in a collaborative environment. Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference. Competitive compensation package. Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost. Opportunities for advancement. Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401(K) with employer match. Paid time off, paid holidays, family & pet bereavement, pet insurance. As a Licensed Practical Nurse you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to delegation by the RN, physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines. Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation on skilled nursing notes. Communicates significant findings, problems and changes in condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, the physician, clinical supervisor, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. Reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician, as appropriate. Implements the plan for patient safety, using the patient, family, and community resources. Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques while delivering quality patient care. Suggests revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the RN Case Manager. Provides those services required substantial and specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during normal business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions. Documents medication regimen and updates medication profile according to established procedures. Treats patients and caregivers in the highest and most effective manner. Implement all available actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits. Provides positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and agency personnel. What is Required? Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing. Current State License as a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse. 1+ year of experience in a clinical care setting. Experience in a hospice or home health environment is preferred. Able and willing to travel within the branch/office coverage area. Must be able and willing to travel 50%. Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks. You will report to the Clinical Manager. The base salary for this position is $32 to $38 per hour based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $$12,500 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 24-Hours, Varied schedule, Monday-Sunday, 12pm-12am, Every 3rd Saturday and Sunday $37.26 - $76.63 We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. Job Summary: Under the direction of the nurse manager, performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities based on standards defined by the Emergency Department. Ability to function independently in the Emergency Department. Assessment skills, critical thinking skills and communication skills a must as well as a team player. Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Performs and documents initial assessment upon patients’ arrival and implements triage protocols as needed. Identifies patients at risk for potential/alleged abuse. Initiates safety plans for domestic violence, child, and elder abuse patients. Completes required mandated reporting in a timely manner. Collects and documents forensic evidence as per policy. Maintains chain of evidence per policy and procedures Completes mandated reports for stabbings, gunshot wounds, burns, and sexual assault per policy and procedure. Maintains knowledge of Disaster Policy and Procedure. Identifies patient at risk for violent behavior and appropriately implements non-violent intervention (i.e. Code 100). Demonstrates knowledge of the indications for, alternatives, monitoring and documentation of restraint to use. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Safely administers vasoactive medications demonstrating understanding of dosage, action, use, side effects, and titration parameters associated with maintenance of critical drips. Performs accurate and timely identification of cardiac arrhythmias. Institutes, monitors, and documents thrombolytic and anticoagulation therapy standards and protocols. Demonstrates skills associated with initiation and maintenance of the intubated patient including, suctioning, troubleshooting, and weaning. Accurately interprets arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, and clinical features of impaired gas exchange and/or airway clearance. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Responsible for implementing components of the VAP bundle consistently and per protocol. Responsible for alerting the Nurse Manager/Director/Nursing Supervisor if there is a deviation from VAP bundle by Attending MD for case review and follow up as indication. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees) and distinguishes colors. Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education AS in nursing required, BS in nursing preferred. Minimum Work Experience 3-5 years ED experience preferred. Minimum Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurses, Current MA license ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire AHA PALS within six (6) months of hire TNCC, ENPC and CEN preferred 
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.54 - $74.06 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend Scheduled Hours: 11p-7:30a Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 32 Cost Center: 24050 - 0150 NSG Float Pool Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. $10,000 Sign on Bonus! A Talent Acquisition Consultant will discuss the details as well as your eligibility for the sign on bonus during the recruitment process . HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care using the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice within a specific unit or clinical area. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Nursing Process: Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of patient’s care. Maintains assignment of patients and caseload according to unit guidelines and established standards of practice. Uses positive customer service skills when communicating with patient and patient’s family. Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of the patient’s care. Utilizes clinical reasoning and critical thinking. Involves patient, family/significant others and other disciplines in decision making related to the patient’s plan of care. Serves as a patient and family advocate. Implements interventions consistent with hospital standards of practice and prescribed medical plan of care and evidence based practice . Documents the patient assessment, plan of care, and response to intervention. Meets all unit documentation standards. Communicates and coordinates the patient’s plan of care to ensure continuity of care. Maintains competency in management of clinical emergencies. Provides complete communications in SBAR format (Situation, background, assessment, recommendations) to relieving staff members and demonstrates advanced planning for the patient. Navigates through the critical elements of the patient medical record software and HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Intranet. Clinical Practice: Demonstrates/applies the skill and judgment necessary to implement the medical/nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient. Bases clinical practice on evidence, unit guidelines, and professional standards to improve the quality of care and to guide clinical judgments. Demonstrates essential knowledge of pharmacology/medications in administering drugs and monitoring the patient’s response. Maintains competency with technology and equipment. Utilizes equipment in a safe manner. Uses appropriate infection control and safety practices in all duties. Acts as a charge nurse as requested by the nursing management team. Collaboration: Delegates responsibilities to others according to Massachusetts general laws and practice guidelines with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities. Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care. Works weekends, holidays and off-shifts as required by unit staffing needs. Climate: Influences others by establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships and professional development. Holds self accountable for professional practice. Presents self in a calm and professional manner and effectively verbalizes relevant problems during daily interactions, and/or staff meetings. Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness. Participates in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care. Demonstrates knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to attend. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care. Assumes responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth. Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory education requirements and unit specific education and competencies. Acts as a preceptor as requested. Job duties for all positions: The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of HealthAlliance Hospitals and serve as a role model for the CARES- It Happens Here customer service initiative. Demonstrates excellent work attendance and attends and actively participates in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required. Demonstrates a friendly, responsive, service-minded attitude to all customers. Communicates ideas effectively. Shares information and keeps others properly informed. Gives, and is open to useful feedback. Adheres to the HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Code of Conduct and Behavior Standards. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements. Maintains, and fosters, a clean, safe work environment. Actively contributes to the development and application of process improvements. Maintains a collaborative, team relationship with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the group’s achievement of goals and to help foster a positive work environment. Demonstrates respect for the diversity of patient and employee populations. Supports and encourages diverse points of view, work and lifestyles. Practices cost containment and fiscal responsibility through the efficient use of supplies, equipment, time, etc. Performs a variety of related duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Ability to provide care for a designated group of patients according to the unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols. Ability to lead, guide and motivate staff. Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English. EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of a recognized school of Nursing A Bachelor’s degree (BSN) in Nursing is preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years of Nursing experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above, may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements . LICENSES, ETC.: Must have a current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License. Certification in a nursing specialty desired All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.54 - $74.06 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend Scheduled Hours: 11:00pm-7:30am Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 32 Cost Center: 24050 - 0202 4Th Floor Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice. I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Utilizes the Nursing Process for the delivery and management of patient’s care from Admission to Discharge, appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. 2. Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure. 3. Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning. 4. Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluate nursing care within assigned clinical setting. 5. Delegates appropriately to others in accordance with job description and competency level. 6. Documents patient care according to standard procedure. 7. Develops, implements/coordinates and documents Education Plan for patient/family/ significant other. 8. Ensures quality and continuity of care through collaboration with other health care providers. 9. Administers medications, performs treatments, therapies and operates equipment according to policy and procedure. Assists physician with treatment and procedures and special tests as required or directed. 10. Participates in and supports Nursing Governance activities. 11. Assumes responsibility for professional growth. Assists in education and development of staff. 12. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrate the use of quality improvement in daily operations. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. 2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. 6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Current Massachusetts Nursing licensure and registration. 2. BLS is a requirement for every RN unless advance cardiac life support (ACLS) certification is current, in addition to any unit specific certifications and competencies. Preferred : 1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing highly preferred. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing. Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered medium. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $25,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 32-Hours, Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, (4) 8 hour shifts, Every other weekend and holiday, Sunday through Saturday $37.26 - $76.63 Job Summary: The telemetry RN will provide competent and caring nursing skills while upholding the mission, vision, and values of Heywood Hospital. Able to interpret cardiac rhythm strips and to act/react to those findings including knowledge of IV drip titration as appropriate to W1/telemetry patient needs. This position includes assessment, interpretation of physiologic elements, development of nursing plan of care, patient education, communication with physicians, etc. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Interprets and documents patient cardiac rate, rhythm and configuration (PR ST segment) and initiates appropriate treatment plan based on physician orders. Institutes appropriate measures in life threatening situations. Evaluates and takes appropriate action for patients with chest pain or other cardiac related symptoms. Participates actively in daily multi-disciplinary rounds for planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Recognizes normal and deviant progress patterns and reports problems or concerns to physician in a timely manner. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Utilizes pain management devices and other techniques to ensure proper pain relief. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots other equipment related to the surgical patient such as; traction/orthopedic equipment/devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes and drains, etc. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Physical Requirements:Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS Behavioral Attributes:The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing• MOAB class required within 60 days of hire Minimum Work Experience• 1 year med-surge experience preferred• Previous telemetry experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current MA RN License ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire Disclaimer We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. 
Overview *Starting rate $18.50/hour* Direct Care Staff encourage and support individuals to lead fulfilling and more independent lives, focusing on empowerment, awareness and inclusion. In this role, you will partner with brain injury survivors to assist with daily activities such as household management, shopping and community-based appointments. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers room for advancement and many generous perks of employment. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of staff members. Are you ready to make a difference? Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED Additional Shift Details Temporary position beginning 5/1/26 and ending 12/6/26 Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday (7-3pm) and Tues(3-11pm)- Tuesdays being optional. Responsibilities Assist residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, feeding, taking medications, and Range of Motion (ROM) exercises, both in the home and in the community. Assist with weighing program participants, take vital signs, gathers and records other data as requested. Focusing on empowerment, collaborate with residents to develop treatment and behavior plans, and goal building and achievement. Teach and model appropriate social and independent living skills. Encourage individuals to perform tasks as independently as possible and to participate in activities. Actively participate in resident, family, team and staff meetings. Accurately document progress and shift notes, changes to treatment and behavior plans, etc. Recognize and appropriately respond to changes in residents’ status or behavior. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent degree. One year experience providing direct care with people who have cognitive or developmental disabilities preferred. Enthusiasm, motivation, open-mindedness, creativity, and the desire to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sound judgement. Ability to operate basic computer applications. Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients. May also drive company-owned wheelchair lift-equipped van. Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations. Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. 
Overview *Starting rate $19.50/hour* The Day Services Case Manager will provide an environment that fosters growth and independence through therapeutic and recreational services and will assist in the design of a developmental skills training program with the interdisciplinary team. The goal of a Case Manager is to assist each individual to reach their maximum potential with skill development within a day program setting. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. Are you ready to make a difference? Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED Additional Shift Details Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM Responsibilities Provide case management and skills training support to the individuals in areas such as self-care, self-preservation, receptive and expressive communication, decision-making, self-direction, activities of daily living, hygiene and grooming. Develop, implement and monitor collaborative therapeutic service plans, completing all necessary documentation and reporting significant concerns to the supervisor as needed. Assess individuals’ behaviors and complete daily data, monthly progress notes and quarterly reviews. Foster community integration and provide support to individuals to actualize this goal. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree; or High School Diploma and two years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to use good judgement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Basic computer knowledge. Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients. This position may require transporting individuals using the company van or the MART bus. Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations. Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $25,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 32-Hours, Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Every other weekend, Every other holiday $37.26 - $76.63 Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending provider. Interprets and documents patient cardiac rate, rhythm and configuration (PR ST segment) and initiates appropriate treatment plan based on provider orders. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Recognizes normal and deviant progress patterns and reports problems or concerns to physician in a timely manner. Utilizes pain management devices and other techniques to ensure proper pain relief. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots other equipment related to the surgical patient such as; traction/orthopedic equipment/devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes and drains, etc. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Minimum Work Experience 1 year Med/Surg experience preferred 1 year Telemetry experience preferred 1 yr Pediatrics experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current MA RN license ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire PALS preferred Required Skills Demonstrates mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy) Promotes a positive working environment We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: Per Diem, 8 Hour Day Shift $37.26 - $76.63 Job Summary: Primary role of a pre-admission testing Register Nurse (RN) is to evaluate patients prior to their arrival to perioperative services, which includes, but is not limited to: completing and documenting a thorough nursing assessment, history and physical as applicable, initiate pertinent patient teaching, initiate and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests and notify physicians/providers as necessary. Pre-admission testing RN works closely with perioperative staff, surgeons, proceduralists and anesthesia providers to ensure patient readiness for their scheduled procedures. Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Assesses patient pain level as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale Obtains supporting information and completes required documentation related to medication reconciliation in the electronic record. Collaborates with surgeon, proceduralist, radiologist, anesthesiologist, cardiologist, primary care physician, etc to assure patients’ wellbeing and appropriate plan for perioperative period. Assures pertinent diagnostic tests (e.g. labs, EKG, xray, etc) are obtained. Communicates abnormal values effectively to medical providers as necessary. Identifies patients correctly by checking patient identification bands and consent forms as well as verifying operative procedure and site. Demonstrates competency in providing infection prevention, pre-anesthesia and post-operative care education to patients, family or health care proxy as applicable. Seeks out learning opportunities, practice recommendations and updates relevant to perioperative care. Exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers. Provides compassionate patient centered care at all times. Demonstrates competency in accurate and thorough documentation of pre-admission nursing assessment, history, physical (as applicable) and pre-anesthesia screening. Maintains all competencies and certifications required for this position Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, flexibility, concern for order, initiative, self-confidence, self control, customer service orientation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Minimum Work Experience Qualified candidates must have minimum 3 years of experience within Perioperative Services. Minimum Licenses and Certifications [Massachusetts, United States] Registered Nurses Current MA license and CPR certification required. Required Skills Must be self-directed; must be able to manage time efficiently; must demonstrate mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy); must be willing to work/cross train to other areas within perioperative services if needed. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $15,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 24-Hours, Nights, 7:00pm - 7:00am, Every third weekend, Every third holiday $37.26 - $76.63 Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patient’s response to medication. Provides appropriate care to the postpartum and gynecological patient. Safely cares for surgical and postpartum patients, recognizes complications and initiates appropriate nursing interventions in collaboration with physicians. Provides appropriate information and education to patients and families based upon individual needs so they may effectively care for themselves during hospitalization and following discharge. Ensures new mothers and families have the basic understanding of newborn care and resources available after discharge. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and the correct administration based on age of patient and their clinical condition. Demonstrates proper technique for assessing fundal height, and fundal massage. Demonstrates ability to assess lochia, perineum, breast, bowel, bladder and emotional status. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Provides assessment and planning for individualized patient care in collaboration with physicians and other disciplines. Assesses the normal stages of labor, delivery and recovery, as well as, identifies any deviation of the normal pattern and progress and takes appropriate action. Utilizes fetal monitoring equipment, external and internal (FSE and IUPC), and correctly interprets FHR patterns and initiates appropriate nursing interventions as needed. Assists in the stabilizing of high-risk patients and accompanies them during transfer to a level two or tertiary care center as appropriate. Communicates with physicians about changes in patients’ clinical condition. Safely administers and demonstrates knowledge of medications used in labor and delivery. Implements appropriate procedure for labor checks, inductions, augmentations, NSTs, external cephalic versions and epidurals. Able to articulate care for patients with fetal demise based on perinatal loss protocol and appropriately provides care when applicable. Performs a systematic and thorough newborn assessment based upon knowledge of expected adaptation to extrauterine life so that deviation can be recognized. Communicates appropriately and clearly with physicians concerning any changes in newborn condition and/or abnormal diagnostic test results. Performs neonatal resuscitation, assisting physician as necessary. Identifies newborn problems, initiates appropriate nursing interventions, and assists in the stabilization of a critical newborn. Provides care and support to mother in her chosen method of infant feeding so that learning is enhanced. Demonstrates to new mothers appropriate feeding techniques using literature and teaching videos as appropriate (frequency and symptoms of adequate intake). Provides teaching to new mother on newborn care based upon individual patient/family needs so that new mother is able to care for newborn upon discharge. Utilizes informative discussions, videos, handouts, one on ones, teaching class to individualize newborn teaching. Utilizes appropriate nursing interventions for infants experiencing difficulty adjusting to extrauterine life. Sets up phototherapy, monitors vital signs, including pulse oximetry, according to policy and procedure; demonstrates proper technique for administering CPAP via mask or RAM cannula Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of newborn and his/her clinical condition. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Minimum Work Experience Minimum one year med/surg experience required Maternity experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current MA license IV competent, ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire NRP certified or ability to obtain NRP certification within 90 days of hire. For nurses working L&D, must have/complete AWHONN’s Introduction to Fetal Monitoring and also must have/attend AWHONN’s Intermediate Fetal Heart Monitoring within 1 year Required Skills Demonstrates mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy). Promotes a positive working environment. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization. 
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.54 - $74.06 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend Scheduled Hours: 3:00pm-11:30pm Shift: 2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 24 Cost Center: 24050 - 0224 Med Surg Unit Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice. I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Utilizes the Nursing Process for the delivery and management of patient’s care from Admission to Discharge, appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. 2. Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure. 3. Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning. 4. Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluate nursing care within assigned clinical setting. 5. Delegates appropriately to others in accordance with job description and competency level. 6. Documents patient care according to standard procedure. 7. Develops, implements/coordinates and documents Education Plan for patient/family/ significant other. 8. Ensures quality and continuity of care through collaboration with other health care providers. 9. Administers medications, performs treatments, therapies and operates equipment according to policy and procedure. Assists physician with treatment and procedures and special tests as required or directed. 10. Participates in and supports Nursing Governance activities. 11. Assumes responsibility for professional growth. Assists in education and development of staff. 12. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrate the use of quality improvement in daily operations. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. 2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. 6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Current Massachusetts Nursing licensure and registration. 2. BLS is a requirement for every RN unless advance cardiac life support (ACLS) certification is current, in addition to any unit specific certifications and competencies. Preferred : 1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing highly preferred. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing. Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Work is considered medium. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Addendum for Milford Regional: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Current Massachusetts Nursing licensure and registration. 2. BLS through either American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) is a requirement for every RN within 30 days of hire. 3. ACLS through American Heart Association (AHA) required in select areas (Gannett, MP1, ICU, ED, Cath Lab, Endo, IR, PACU, Float Pool) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner. 4. PALS through American Heart Association (AHA) required in select areas (PACU, ED) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner. 5. NRP Advanced Provider through American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) required in select areas (Maternity) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner. Preferred: 1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing highly preferred. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: Per Diem, Varied Shifts $29.27 - $37.54 Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures within scope of license. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge with the RN, provider and interdisciplinary team. Appropriately delegates and supervises interventions performed by Certified Nurse’s Aides. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan in conjunction with RN and team to address Safely administers medications in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Collects patient information from all available resources to assist in formulation of the comprehensive database, ongoing treatment plan, and ensures that all care delivered is appropriate to identified patient needs, standards of care and standards of practice Assures that all care is coordinated with the patient care provider (PCP), outpatient providers, and other services Responds to all case management within Heywood Hospital for the provision of differential diagnostics, treatment planning and disposition to appropriate level of care Identifies insurance and obtains approval and/or a referral for services provided Provides individual and group therapies according to Mental Health Unit standards to meet identified patient needs Takes instruction from and reports updates to registered nurse and or overseeing provider Assesses the unit milieu and makes decisions to maintain a safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors Understands the indication, therapeutic effect, dosage, and side effects of psychoactive medications on the geriatric patient De-escalates volatile situations and/or individuals using non-violent techniques Reports unusual or drastic changes in patient’s symptoms or behavior to Registered Nurse or overseeing provider Participates actively in multi-disciplinary treatment team in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care Meets with families and significant others and residential providers in planning appropriate disposition and discharge Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Organizational Expectations Demonstrates mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy). Promotes a positive working environment. Funct ional Demands Physical RequirementsExerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands). Occasional stooping (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), crouching (bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine). Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Completed state-approved LPN education program Minimum Work Experience Six months skilled nursing care with dementia and behavioral health experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current LPN license to practice in MA American Heart Association CPR certified 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 24-Hours, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm, (3) 8 hour shifts, Every other weekend and holiday, Sunday-Saturday Nurse Aide: $18.50 - $24.41 Certified Nurse Aide: $20.00 - $26.39 Job Summary: The C.N.A. acts as a vital member of the patient care delivery team, performing delegated nursing duties, environmental service duties and food service duties to enhance the satisfaction level of the hospitalized patient. Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures under direction of a licensed nurse. Collects basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily care (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, etc). Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.) Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent patient according to established standards. Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards). Provides timely and thorough information on assigned patients to supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members. Participates in learning for colleagues and self (attends educational programs, in-services, assist with orientation of new staff). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, shampooing, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Obtains heights and weights of assigned patients per care plan. Assists patients with ambulation using appropriate technique (i.e. gait belt). Assists patients with turning in bed and transferring from bed to stretcher or chair using appropriate technique (i.e. transfer mattress). Provides incontinent care to patients. Assists patients with eating and drinking per care plan. Maintains and documents fluid intake, output measurements and vital signs on patients per care plan. Assists with obtaining late trays as needed. Maintains infection control precautions per Infection Control Policy. Cleans the food refrigerators on a weekly basis. Maintains unit food inventory on a daily basis. Prepares room for the next patient by cleaning and making bed. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees), reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and feels (perceiving attributes of items as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally crouches (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), and stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma preferred AHA CPR certification obtained within 60-days of hire MOAB class required within 60 days of hire Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required -OR- A minimum of 75 hours in an accredited nursing program to include completion of first rotation -OR- Active EMT or Paramedic Certification - OR- Active Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification -OR- Active Home Health Aide Certification Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program OR previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide Minimum Work Experience 1 year experience in a long term care facility. Med/Surg experience preferred. 
**Sign on bonus available for qualified applicants!** Exceptional new grads are encouraged to apply!! If you possess both compassion and expertise as a healthcare professional and have a deep commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to submit your application. Become a valued member of our team and make a significant contribution to the provision of high-quality healthcare at our small hospital. Here, each employee plays an indispensable role in ensuring the well-being of our community through the delivery of outstanding medical services. The Registered Nurse prescribes and coordinates professional nursing care for assigned patients carrying out these responsibilities independently within the guidelines of accepted nursing practice, medical direction, and hospital policies, procedures, and standards. The RN utilizes the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care. This is a part time nights position in Medical Surgical Telemetry at Monadnock Community Hospital. ** Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus Available For Qualified Applicants! ** Apply today to become part of our skilled team! Responsibilities: Patient Care: Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, directing, and evaluating nursing interventions to ensure optimal outcomes. Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborate with physicians, fellow nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans. Function in one unit on a particular shift. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care. Maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of patients' conditions, treatments, and progress. Report any changes or concerns promptly to the appropriate team members. Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and protocols. Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive measures to promote overall wellness. Supervision: Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills of personnel. Support and Advocacy: Offer emotional support and advocate for patients' rights, ensuring they receive compassionate and respectful care. Adherence to Policies and Regulations: Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines to maintain a safe and ethical work environment. The ANA’s standards apply to all nurses in all settings, and additional specialty standards apply to all specialty nurses in defining what is a competent or an excellent clinician Continuous Learning: Stay updated on medical advancements, best practices, and industry standards through ongoing professional development activities. And More: Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Maintenance of confidential information. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and equipment. Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by New Hampshire Board of Nursing. Additional Competencies and Skills: *Candidates may acquire these skills through on-the-job training* Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle high-pressure situations while maintaining composure. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in documentation, medication administration, and adherence to protocols to ensure patient safety. Clinical Skills: Possess comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in medical-surgical nursing, including strong assessment and critical-thinking abilities. Commitment to Mission: Passionate about working in a nonprofit healthcare setting and dedicated to serving the community. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Compassion and Empathy: Demonstrate a caring and empathetic attitude towards patients, treating them with dignity and respect. Education: Hold a valid nursing degree from an accredited institution and maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license. Experience: Experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting. Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, fostering a supportive and cooperative work environment. Working Hours: This is a part time night position Salary: Up to $50.00/hour. About Our Benefits: Amazing people deserve amazing benefits. We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff. You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth. Full-time employees enjoy: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Accident and Critical Illness insurance Identity theft insurance Retirement savings plan Lifestyle spending account Free membership to local gym Generous paid time off plans Opportunities for professional development and training Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth Scholarship Opportunities Tuition reimbursement Caring for Coworkers Nursing Loan Assistance Childcare Subsidy Apply Now! or click the Apply button above About Monadnock Community Hospital: Reach new heights at Monadnock Community Hospital. MCH is a critical access hospital in beautiful, historic Peterborough, New Hampshire. For 100 years, we have provided outstanding care to our communities, earning a reputation for excellence that has made us one of New Hampshire’s most successful and beloved small hospitals. Join a culture of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect! Our employees are the heart and soul of Monadnock Community Hospital. In every department and at every level, MCH employees go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional patient experience in an atmosphere that is healthy, friendly, respectful, and personally fulfilling. About the Monadnock Region: A great place to live, work, and play. One of the best things about working at Monadnock Community Hospital is that you get to live in a community that offers an amazing quality of life. The state of New Hampshire consistently ranks in the Top Ten of all American states for its overall quality of life. Towns are small and friendly here, crime is low, schools are good, and the air and water are clean. Balance meaningful work with a great life. Here in the Monadnock Region, you can enjoy a standard of living that is hard to match anywhere. Let’s start with our mountain for which we are named. Around the 3,165 foot Mount Monadnock with 100-mile views are forests, woods, lakes, and protected rivers providing abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, cross-country skiing – you name it! And if you’re into the arts, the region also offers a lively arts scene, with galleries, theatres, and concert venues. New England community spirit Family-friendly Arts and culture All-season outdoor recreation Just 1.5 hours to Boston Are you ready for a great job in a great place? Are you ready for a career the supports your aspirations? Are you ready to work in the best place you've ever lived? Apply Now! or click the Apply button above Our small hospital is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.54 - $74.06 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Weekends - Every Third Weekend Scheduled Hours: 7:00p-7:30a Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 24 Cost Center: 24050 - 2340 Emergency Room Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. NEW, increased hourly rates! $9000.00 sign on bonus! A member of the talent acquisition team will provides details on eligibility during the interview process. HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care using the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice within a specific unit or clinical area. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Nursing Process: Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of patient’s care. Maintains assignment of patients and caseload according to unit guidelines and established standards of practice. Uses positive customer service skills when communicating with patient and patient’s family. Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of the patient’s care. Utilizes clinical reasoning and critical thinking. Involves patient, family/significant others and other disciplines in decision making related to the patient’s plan of care. Serves as a patient and family advocate. Implements interventions consistent with hospital standards of practice and prescribed medical plan of care and evidence based practice . Documents the patient assessment, plan of care, and response to intervention. Meets all unit documentation standards. Communicates and coordinates the patient’s plan of care to ensure continuity of care. Maintains competency in management of clinical emergencies. Provides complete communications in SBAR format (Situation, background, assessment, recommendations) to relieving staff members and demonstrates advanced planning for the patient. Navigates through the critical elements of the patient medical record software and HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Intranet. Clinical Practice: Demonstrates/applies the skill and judgment necessary to implement the medical/nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient. Bases clinical practice on evidence, unit guidelines, and professional standards to improve the quality of care and to guide clinical judgments. Demonstrates essential knowledge of pharmacology/medications in administering drugs and monitoring the patient’s response. Maintains competency with technology and equipment. Utilizes equipment in a safe manner. Uses appropriate infection control and safety practices in all duties. Acts as a charge nurse as requested by the nursing management team. Collaboration: Delegates responsibilities to others according to Massachusetts general laws and practice guidelines with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities. Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care. Works weekends, holidays and off-shifts as required by unit staffing needs. Climate: Influences others by establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships and professional development. Holds self accountable for professional practice. Presents self in a calm and professional manner and effectively verbalizes relevant problems during daily interactions, and/or staff meetings. Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness. Participates in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care. Demonstrates knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to attend. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care. Assumes responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth. Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory education requirements and unit specific education and competencies. Acts as a preceptor as requested. Job duties for all positions: The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital and serves as a role model for the CARES - It Happens Here customer service initiative. Demonstrates excellent work attendance and attends and actively participates in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required. Demonstrates a friendly, responsive, service-minded attitude to all customers. Communicates ideas effectively. Shares information and keeps others properly informed. Gives, and is open to useful feedback. Adheres to the HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Code of Conduct and Behavior Standards. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements. Maintains, and fosters, a clean, safe work environment. Actively contributes to the development and application of process improvements. Maintains a collaborative, team relationship with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the group’s achievement of goals and to help foster a positive work environment. Demonstrates respect for the diversity of patient and employee populations. Supports and encourages diverse points of view, work and lifestyles. Practices cost containment and fiscal responsibility through the efficient use of supplies, equipment, time, etc. Performs a variety of related duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS : JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Ability to provide care for a designated group of patients according to the unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols. Ability to lead, guide and motivate staff. Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English. EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of a recognized school of Nursing A Bachelor’s degree (BSN) in Nursing is preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years of Nursing experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above, may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements . LICENSES, ETC.: Must have a current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License. Certification in a nursing specialty desired All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant , your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Starting $18.50, increasing with experience Schedule : Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and every other weekend. Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $6,250 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 24-Hours, Evenings, Every other weekend and holiday $29.27 - $37.54 Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures within scope of license. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge with the RN, provider and interdisciplinary team. Appropriately delegates and supervises interventions performed by Certified Nurse’s Aides. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan in conjunction with RN and team to address Safely administers medications in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Collects patient information from all available resources to assist in formulation of the comprehensive database, ongoing treatment plan, and ensures that all care delivered is appropriate to identified patient needs, standards of care and standards of practice Assures that all care is coordinated with the patient care provider (PCP), outpatient providers, and other services Responds to all case management within Heywood Hospital for the provision of differential diagnostics, treatment planning and disposition to appropriate level of care Identifies insurance and obtains approval and/or a referral for services provided Provides individual and group therapies according to Mental Health Unit standards to meet identified patient needs Takes instruction from and reports updates to registered nurse and or overseeing provider Assesses the unit milieu and makes decisions to maintain a safe environment for all patients, staff and visitors Understands the indication, therapeutic effect, dosage, and side effects of psychoactive medications on the geriatric patient De-escalates volatile situations and/or individuals using non-violent techniques Reports unusual or drastic changes in patient’s symptoms or behavior to Registered Nurse or overseeing provider Participates actively in multi-disciplinary treatment team in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care Meets with families and significant others and residential providers in planning appropriate disposition and discharge Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Organizational Expectations Demonstrates mature professional behaviors, (i.e. tact, empathy and diplomacy). Promotes a positive working environment. Funct ional Demands Physical RequirementsExerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands). Occasional stooping (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), crouching (bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine). Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education Completed state-approved LPN education program Minimum Work Experience Six months skilled nursing care with dementia and behavioral health experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current LPN license to practice in MA American Heart Association CPR certified 
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $25,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 32-Hours, Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Every other weekend, Every other holiday $37.26 - $76.63 Job Summary: Under the direction of the nurse manager, performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities based on standards defined by the Emergency Department. Ability to function independently in the Emergency Department. Assessment skills, critical thinking skills and communication skills a must as well as a team player. Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Performs and documents initial assessment upon patients’ arrival and implements triage protocols as needed. Identifies patients at risk for potential/alleged abuse. Initiates safety plans for domestic violence, child, and elder abuse patients. Completes required mandated reporting in a timely manner. Collects and documents forensic evidence as per policy. Maintains chain of evidence per policy and procedures Completes mandated reports for stabbings, gunshot wounds, burns, and sexual assault per policy and procedure. Maintains knowledge of Disaster Policy and Procedure. Identifies patient at risk for violent behavior and appropriately implements non-violent intervention (i.e. Code 100). Demonstrates knowledge of the indications for, alternatives, monitoring and documentation of restraint to use. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Safely administers vasoactive medications demonstrating understanding of dosage, action, use, side effects, and titration parameters associated with maintenance of critical drips. Performs accurate and timely identification of cardiac arrhythmias. Institutes, monitors, and documents thrombolytic and anticoagulation therapy standards and protocols. Demonstrates skills associated with initiation and maintenance of the intubated patient including, suctioning, troubleshooting, and weaning. Accurately interprets arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, and clinical features of impaired gas exchange and/or airway clearance. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Responsible for implementing components of the VAP bundle consistently and per protocol. Responsible for alerting the Nurse Manager/Director/Nursing Supervisor if there is a deviation from VAP bundle by Attending MD for case review and follow up as indication. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees) and distinguishes colors. Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education AS in nursing required, BS in nursing preferred. Minimum Work Experience 3-5 years ED experience preferred. Minimum Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurses, Current MA license ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire AHA PALS within six (6) months of hire TNCC, ENPC and CEN preferred 
Overview Hours: 24-Hours, Days, 6:45am - 3:15pm, 3 shifts per week, Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday), Every other holiday NURSE AIDE - $18.50 - $24.41 CNA - $20.00 - $26.39 Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures under direction of a licensed nurse. Collects basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily care (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, etc). Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.) Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent patients according to established standards. Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards). Provides timely and thorough information on assigned patients to supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members. Participates in learning for colleagues and self (attends educational programs, in-services, assist with orientation of new staff). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, shampooing, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Obtains heights and weights of assigned patients per care plan. Assists patients with ambulation using appropriate technique (i.e. gait belt). Assists patients with turning in bed and transferring from bed to stretcher or chair using appropriate technique (i.e. transfer mattress). Provides incontinent care to patients. Assists patients with eating and drinking per care plan. Maintains and documents fluid intake, output measurements and vital signs on patients per care plan. Assists with obtaining late trays as needed. Maintains infection control precautions per Infection Control Policy. Cleans the food refrigerators on a weekly basis. Maintains unit food inventory on a daily basis. Prepares room for the next patient by cleaning and making bed. Statement of Other Duties: This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements:Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees), reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and feels (perceiving attributes of items as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally crouches (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), and stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes:The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Current Nursing Assistant Certification required or Minimum of 75 hours in an accredited nursing program to include completion of first rotation OR active EMT or Paramedic Certification OR active Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification OR active Home Health Aide Certification OR active Medical Assistant Certification OR successful completion of a Nurse Aide program. OR previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide Minimum Work Experience 1 year Long Term Care or Acute Care experience preferred Required Licenses Current AHA BLS upon hire or obtained within 60 days. 
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Registered Nurse Home Health . Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need a Registered Nurse Home Health with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! This is a full-time position with a client caseload in Worcester MA and surrounding areas. Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work autonomy and flexible schedules. 1:1 patient care. Supportive and collaborative environment. Competitive compensation package. Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees. Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401(K) with employer match. Paid time off, paid holidays, family & pet bereavement, pet insurance. As a Registered Nurse Home Health, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: Ensures that all activities performed align with the vision of Elara Caring’s board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team. Maintains patient and staff privacy and confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA Privacy Final Rule. Assesses assigned case load of home health care patients and families to identify the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, Interdisciplinary Team reports, after hours reports, and on-site evaluations. Assumes primary responsibility for caseload, including assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the plan of treatment. Assesses patient needs and obtains data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family/caregiver health status and incorporate that data into the plan of care. Makes the initial evaluation and re-evaluates the patient’s nursing needs during each visit. Makes follow up visits according to patient, family, and facility needs. Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in health condition, environment, or unsafe facility conditions to the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. Revises the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and other team members. What is Required? Current, unrestricted state RN license. 1+ year experience in a clinical care setting as a nurse. Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred. Previous Home Health or Hospice Experience is preferred. Previous experience with HomeCare HomeBase is preferred. Able and willing to travel within the branch/office coverage area. Must be able and willing to travel 50%. Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks. You will report to the Clinical Manager or Clinical Supervisor This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; a full job description will be provided upon request. #LI-TR1 The base salary for this position is $92,000 to $97,000 annually based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits. EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed. 
Connect with your calling ! Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. We are looking for a compassionate CNA to join our team! As a Certified Nursing Assistant, your main role will be to deliver care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. Available Shifts: 7am-3pm: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays and Saturday 3pm-11pm: Every day 11pm -7am: Every Sunday and Monday CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health or behavior to appropriate staff. Engaging residents in meaningful activities and providing emotional support. Utilizing customer service skills to ensure that residents receive exceptional and meaningful care. Other duties as needed. Requirements: Valid CNA/HHA/LNA license required Prior experience in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is preferred but not required Previous experience working with people with dementia is desired As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique. 
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule Details: Scheduled Hours: Shift: Hours: 40 Cost Center: This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Performs selected and delegated nursing tasks in the care of patients. Completes patient physical assessment. Performs and/or delegates patient treatments as ordered by Provider and participates in education plan for patient/family. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $18.30 - $44.15 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Sunday through Saturday Scheduled Hours: 40hrs Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 40 Cost Center: 34000 - 7001 Hopkinton Urgent Care This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant II (MA II) provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office/clinic functions. Will receive workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in the care of patients. Hiring due to expansion of our urgent care center! I. Major Responsibilities: Escorts patients to examination rooms, take and record vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collects and documents patient health status, history, and documents and monitors patient progress following standard procedures. Performs EKG’s, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice. Assists in performing routine physical examination or clinical procedures. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate. Provides clear, timely communication to the appropriate licensed clinician regarding observations and changes reported in patient per office/clinic guidelines. Sets up/prepares rooms based on patient care requirements. Assists in the setup, maintenance, disassembly, and cleaning of patient equipment. Ensures instruments and scopes are cleaned, sterilized, and repackaged per office/clinic protocol. Operates the sterilization/cleaning systems, as necessary. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients as directed following policy standards. Utilize proper safety techniques and body mechanic in all work-related activities. Follows procedures for arriving patients and scheduling appointments. Assists with patient admissions, transfers, and discharge procedures. Maintains assigned office and/or clinical supplies. Assure accurate inventory of supplies based on approved levels. Rotate stock as required. Initiate requisitions for re-supply or special items. Maintains logs, organizes patient care chart, and/or maintains medical records. May enter data or retrieve medical information from the electronic medical record. Processes prescription and refills as directed per procedure. Performs a variety of clerical duties per office/clinic protocol such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, generating letters and form preparation, receiving/returning/directing phone calls per office/clinic protocol, and documenting in patient record as required or directed. Collaborates with insurers to verify coverage, eligibility and coverage, prior authorizations for procedures, medications, and tests as needed. Follow guidelines established by insurers to ensure that pre-authorization, pre-certification, and clinician referrals for treatment are obtained prior to patient visits. Collects co-payments from patients for visits and maintain records. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: High School Diploma or equivalent. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire. If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.). Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 
**Sign on bonus available for qualified applicants!** Exceptional new grads are encouraged to apply!! If you possess both compassion and expertise as a healthcare professional and have a deep commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to submit your application. Become a valued member of our team and make a significant contribution to the provision of high-quality healthcare at our small hospital. Here, each employee plays an indispensable role in ensuring the well-being of our community through the delivery of outstanding medical services. The Registered Nurse prescribes and coordinates professional nursing care for assigned patients carrying out these responsibilities independently within the guidelines of accepted nursing practice, medical direction, and hospital policies, procedures, and standards. The RN utilizes the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care. Qualified candidates should be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with current NH RN licensure. One year of nursing experience related to a specialty area preferred; one year medical surgical nursing preferred. ACLS Certification required; PALS Certification recommended. Rhythm Recognition or Basic Arrhythmia experience required. PCCN or CCRN Certification preferred. This is a full time position at the Intensive Care Unit in Monadnock Community Hospital. ** Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus Available For Qualified Applicants! ** Apply today to become part of our skilled team! Responsibilities: Patient Care: Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions to ensure optimal outcomes. Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborate with physicians, fellow nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of patients' conditions, treatments, and progress. Report any changes or concerns promptly to the appropriate team members. Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and protocols. Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive measures to promote overall wellness. Support and Advocacy: Offer emotional support and advocate for patients' rights, ensuring they receive compassionate and respectful care. Adherence to Policies and Regulations: Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines to maintain a safe and ethical work environment. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on medical advancements, best practices, and industry standards through ongoing professional development activities. And More: Other duties as assigned Requirements: Maintenance of confidential information. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and equipment. Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by New Hampshire Board of Nursing. Additional Competencies and Skills: *Candidates may acquire these skills through on-the-job training* Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle high-pressure situations while maintaining composure. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in documentation, medication administration, and adherence to protocols to ensure patient safety. Clinical Skills: Possess comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in medical-surgical nursing, including strong assessment and critical-thinking abilities. Commitment to Mission: Passionate about working in a nonprofit healthcare setting and dedicated to serving the community. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Compassion and Empathy: Demonstrate a caring and empathetic attitude towards patients, treating them with dignity and respect. Education: Hold a valid nursing degree from an accredited institution and maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license. Experience: Experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting. Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, fostering a supportive and cooperative work environment. Working Hours: This is a full time, night shift position Salary: Up to $50.00/hour. About Our Benefits: Amazing people deserve amazing benefits. We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff. You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth. Full-time employees enjoy: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Accident and Critical Illness insurance Identity theft insurance Retirement savings plan Lifestyle spending account Free membership to local gym Generous paid time off plans Opportunities for professional development and training Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth Scholarship Opportunities Tuition reimbursement Caring for Coworkers Nursing Loan Assistance Childcare Subsidy Apply Now! or click the Apply button above About Monadnock Community Hospital: Reach new heights at Monadnock Community Hospital. MCH is a critical access hospital in beautiful, historic Peterborough, New Hampshire. For 100 years, we have provided outstanding care to our communities, earning a reputation for excellence that has made us one of New Hampshire’s most successful and beloved small hospitals. Join a culture of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect! Our employees are the heart and soul of Monadnock Community Hospital. In every department and at every level, MCH employees go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional patient experience in an atmosphere that is healthy, friendly, respectful, and personally fulfilling. About the Monadnock Region: A great place to live, work, and play. One of the best things about working at Monadnock Community Hospital is that you get to live in a community that offers an amazing quality of life. The state of New Hampshire consistently ranks in the Top Ten of all American states for its overall quality of life. Towns are small and friendly here, crime is low, schools are good, and the air and water are clean. Balance meaningful work with a great life. Here in the Monadnock Region, you can enjoy a standard of living that is hard to match anywhere. Let’s start with our mountain for which we are named. Around the 3,165 foot Mount Monadnock with 100-mile views are forests, woods, lakes, and protected rivers providing abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, cross-country skiing – you name it! And if you’re into the arts, the region also offers a lively arts scene, with galleries, theatres, and concert venues. New England community spirit Family-friendly Arts and culture All-season outdoor recreation Just 1.5 hours to Boston Are you ready for a great job in a great place? Are you ready for a career the supports your aspirations? Are you ready to work in the best place you've ever lived? Apply Now! or click the Apply button above Our small hospital is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.