RN Jobs in Carver, MA

Tufts Medicine

Satellite Clinic Nurse - Women's Care Braintree

Company Description The nurses at Tufts Medical Center are integral to everything we do. They are often the ones patients interact with first, and sometimes the ones they interact with the most. It’s a critically important role, so our nurses are well-supported, well-respected, and very well-appreciated! There’s an intensity and a pace to be embraced. You will have responsibility and accountability the minute you pull on the scrubs. You need to be the kind of person who gives everything you've got. Our patients deserve the best. Our nurses give it to them. Hours: 32 hours per week Required: 1+ years of Labor & Delivery RN experience. Job Description The professional registered nurse possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative environment among all health care providers. The professional registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment central to our patient and family centered model of care. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Nursing Process : Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate care. Assess: Collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to identify expected outcomes based on synthesis of data and diagnosis Identifies cultural needs (i.e. language, etc. ) to develop a care plan that enhances the health care experience Plan: Develops individualized outcomes-based care plans incorporating the patient and family's readiness and barrier to learning Orchestrates and validates a plan of care for each shift Initiates interdisciplinary patient/family meetings to facilitate communication regarding the plan of care Communicates and coordinates the patients discharge plan utilizing unit-based and community resources to ensure a seamless transition for the patient and their family The plan of care utilizes principles and concepts of project, organizational or systems management Implement: Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner Documents the implementation and any modifications, including changes or omissions, of the identified plan Collaborates with nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan Utilizes evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem Provides and coordinates health teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an optimal level of health Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response Evaluate: Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient responses and the attainment of expected outcomes and knowledge The nurse uses the evaluation process to update the plan of care as dictated by the patient response and/or if desired outcomes have not been achieved Professional Performance: Clinical Practice : The professional registered nurse demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of care is evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically sensitive care to all patients and families Performs procedures and treatments using nursing knowledge and judgment, according to established unit/practice area guidelines and professional standards Safely administers and assesses the patient response to medication utilizing essential knowledge of pharmacology and Hospital and Department Standards of Care Maintains clinical competency with respect to technology and utilizes equipment in a safe manner Performs as an advocate and as an educator for patients and families Quality: The professional registered nurse provides high quality in an efficient and a safe manner. The professional nurse utilizes data trends to support and improve clinical practice. Participates in hospital and/or unit based patient safety and quality activities and uses principles to support and improve patient outcomes (unit-based, hospital-wide, The Joint Commission, NPSGs, NDNQI, Patient First and other local, state and federal patient safety initiatives Participates in performance improvement activities through data collection, analysis and evaluation Champion for quality, safety, regulatory, and patient-family satisfaction Collaboration: Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care delivery Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive and professional work environment Supports collaboration with nursing colleagues and other disciplines to implement plan of care by participation in nursing, physician, and case management reporting rounds Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities Service Excellence: The professional nurse influences others by establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships, and professional development. Treats both internal and external customers with courtesy, respect and caring behavior Promotes a safe, clean, therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff Acknowledges cultural differences that exist among staff and patients Identifies customer service needs on the unit Presents self in a professional and calm manner Provides responsible and efficient use of resources Professional Development: The professional registered nurse participates in lifelong learning activities that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and support achievement of their career goals. The professional registered nurse maintains current licensure and adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act Assumes responsibility for participating in educational opportunities to support and meet clinical competency requirements Seeks out educational and professional resources Develops professionally as a self-directed, motivated learner May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership Seeks out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities Precepts and mentors newly hired staff and nursing students Investigates available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and research into daily professional activities Provides leadership at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator Promotes unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model Communication: The professional registered nurse seeks out and shares job related information that supports a culture of respect and responsibility. Assumes responsibility and ownership for professional conduct Accepts responsibility for positive and productive communication skills Attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to attend Accepts responsibility for reading emails to keep current with unit and hospital based information Qualifications 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 processes, 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 unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols. AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups of the population served including: Knowledge of growth and development Ability to interpret age specific data and response to care Provide age appropriate communication EDUCATION Bachelors Degree required, Bachelors Degree in Nursing strongly preferred. BLS Certification required EXPERIENCE Prior Ambulatory OB and/or GYN experience is required Certification in lactation or childbirth education is strongly preferred LICENSE Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfer patients and equipment Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise and possible exposure to radiation, lasers, electric shock, etc. Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases and other transmissible infections Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handle emergency and crisis situations Subjected to irregular hours May have contact with hazardous materials At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $34.79 - $43.49
Cape Cod Healthcare

RN, ICU

Sign-On Bonus Eligible Properly utilizes the nursing process in caring for patients by maintaining relevant, accurate and current patient records as evidenced by Nursing PI activities. Provides documentation of assessment of the patient throughout the Hospital admission including physical, psychological, social dimensions and discharge plans. Summarizes assessment data and initiate plan of care with communication of pertinent data to allied patient care providers as evidenced by Nursing PI activities. Understands, assumes, and demonstrates proficiency in the role of charge nurse. Demonstrates proficiency in Computerized Nursing Informatics (information systems). Assumes role of resource person regarding patient care, orientation and teaching staff. Participates in identification of the aspects of care for the patient, indicators used to monitor the quality and appropriateness of care, and the evaluation of that care. Adheres to safety, blood/body fluid policies and procedures. Assesses personal learning development needs. Maintains documentation of current and ongoing professional development activities. Regularly up-dates knowledge of techniques and regulations appropriate to the age of the patient served. Shows a willingness to participate on Nursing Committees. Represents hospital in the community and within the hospital by maintaining confidentiality regarding patients and hospital matters and by presenting the hospital in a manner that will best market the services provided. Performs other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor. Registered Nurse, ICU – Grade: FHMNA30/MN1, Job Code: 00330 (Per Diem: 00331) Ability to read, write, and communicate in English Graduate of a School of Nursing (RN) - Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification (ACLS) – Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification CCHC Pharmacology Exam (successfully passed) CCHC Basic Arrhythmia Exam (successfully passed) One to two years recent critical care experience required (De-escalation) - Completion of an approved De-escalation Certification Course (obtain within 4 months, offered within) (Preferred) – A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (Preferred) CCRN Certification Per Diem: (2) Two years of previous acute care ICU services department experience required Purpose of Position Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Administers and monitors patient responses to all medications. Directs and guides patient care, teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing within the realm of Hospital Policy. Maintains and delivers the highest quality customer service standards. Schedule Details 72PP (36 Hours Per Week), Rotating Eves/Nights, 7p-7a, Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays *Sign-On Bonus Eligible Organization Falmouth Hospital Association Primary Location Massachusetts-Falmouth Department FHA-Intensive Care Unit Annual/Hourly Hourly Hiring Pay Range 38.36
Cape Cod Healthcare

RN, Operating Room

Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Practices according to entity mandatory requirements. Practices according to department expectations. Practices with a Customer Service approach to all activities. Cares for patients utilizing the nursing process. Provides care as part of the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes internal and external resources. Provides effective patient/family teaching. Documents according to entity/department guidelines. Administers medications safely. Provides care according to best practice standards of care in nursing. Identifies signs and symptoms of neglect/abuse and reports as required by law. Cares for terminally ill patient and family. Manages the patient with pain. Utilizes chemical and physical restraints as per policy. Utilizes techniques of time management effectively. Provides care respective of patient's advance directives. Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, registrations required to perform duties of their designated role/position. Addresses age-specific needs of infants, toddlers, school age, adolescents, adults, older adults. Assists Anesthesiologist per protocol. Performs cardiovascular assessment. Performs neurological assessment. Provides care for patient receiving epidural anesthesia. Demonstrates knowledge of anesthesia agents and adjuncts (central nerve blocks/conductive blocks, and regional anesthesia/local blocks). Takes measures to provide thermoregulation and intervenes appropriately when identifying malignant hyperthermia. 25. Manages patients with intravenous therapy. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in hemodynamic monitoring of patient Performs pre-op assessments. Provides care for patient requiring intubations and mechanical ventilation Uses Meditech appropriately and accurately. Other duties may be assigned. Registered Nurse, OR – Grade: FHMNA30, Job Code: 00330 Ability to read, write, and communicate in English Graduate of a School of Nursing (RN) - Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Minimum of 1 year of current acute care OR RN experience (BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification Purpose of Position Coordinates total nursing care for patients. Participates in patient and family teaching. Demonstrates leadership abilities by working cooperatively with nursing and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the critical care setting. Schedule Details 64/80 PP (32/40 FLEX Hours Per Week), Rotating Days/Eves, Shifts: 7:15a-3:15p, 10a-6p, Rotating On-Call for Weeknights, Weekends & Holidays (On-Call Outline: Monday – Friday: 6p-7a, and Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 7a-7a) *Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Organization Falmouth Hospital Association Primary Location Massachusetts-Falmouth Department FHA-Operating Room Annual/Hourly Hourly Hiring Pay Range 38.36
Cape Cod Healthcare

Program Manager, Staff Development RN

Plan, organize, and direct staff growth and development and assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI). Plan, develop, organize, implement, coordinate, and direct programs designed to enhance the quality of resident care, in accordance with current Department of Public health and CMS rules, regulations, and guidelines. Develop training objectives, strategies, policies, and programs to enhance the development of the employees of the facility. Assists licensed nursing personnel (RNs, LPNs, and C.N.A.’s) in obtaining in-service training to keep their license current in accordance with state law. Provide in-service training as necessary/required. Coordinates the annual Employee Education fair in conjunction with each departmental area building wide. Establish and maintain tracking systems for recommendations of groups involved in staff training and development. Develop staff mentors and trainers. Evaluate a variety of in-house and outside training and educational programs for future use in staff growth and development. Conducts needs evaluation and designs curricula and courses to meet those needs. Liaises with management to ensure training and educational programs achieve corporate goals. Ensures all new employees complete orientation/general instructional sessions. Develops touchpoints for follow up with these new employees weekly for a month and monthly for three months to insure the necessary supports are in place for employee success. Prepares reports as necessary. Serve on various committees of the facility (e g safety committee, clinical task force etc.) as needed. Performs nursing care and consultation functions as out lined in job description including but not limited to: Monitoring medication passes and treatments, admission process, input of orders, care plan development and facilitating the discharge process. Assists in the nursing care plan function development, implementation, and maintenance of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident in isolation or on infection control precautions that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Assists with budgetary and budgetary planning projection process as needed for staff development. Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information; and adhere to Resident’s rights. Assists with Safety and Sanitation included by not limited to identifying, evaluate, and classify routine and job-related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Performs other work related duties as assigned in job description or requested. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects JML’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service. RN license required. Must possess, as a minimum, two (2) years college. Sufficient previous experience in clinical health care including direct experience in Performance Improvement. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), staff development and infection control procedures. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., for quality management and outcomes. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents and staff. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and meet all other Physical and Sensory requirements of the job. Purpose of Position Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct our facility’s staff growth and development in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by senior administration, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care and safety can be maintained at all times. Schedule Details 24 hrs. per week, Monday-Friday, Occ. Evenings, Weekends, & Holidays Organization JML Care Center Primary Location Massachusetts-Falmouth Department JML-Administration Annual/Hourly Unassigned Hiring Pay Range 0
South Shore Health

Registered Nurse - Infusion

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-21856 Facility: LOC0026 - 101 Columbian Street101 Columbian Street Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Medical Oncology Cancer Center Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America) The Oncology Registered Nurse is focused on patient assessment, patient education, the coordination of care, administration of therapy, symptom management and supportive care for the Oncology and Hematology patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Registered Nurse cares for individuals receiving therapy for oncologic and hematologic problems. The nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The nurse’s role includes administration of chemotherapy and other medications and infusions, telephone nursing care, direct patient care and charge capture/billing for all services rendered. The nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff as well as collaborating institutions and agencies. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. Compensation Pay Range: $38.20 - $77.39 MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • Licensed as a registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or New Hampshire as appropriate • Baccalaureate degree in nursing strongly preferred. If associate degree in nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years • Minimum of 1-year recent experience as an RN • Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred • Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC) • AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement) PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families. 1. Implements nursing process: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation. 2. Assesses patient and family needs. 3. Promotes health care outcomes in concert with currently accepted clinical practice guidelines. 4. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses. 5. Collaborates proactively with all interdisciplinary team members with a patient centered focus to facilitate and maximize patient healthcare outcomes. 6. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes. 7. Implements the plan of care. 8. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions. 9. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements. 10. Administers medications and other treatments, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions. 11. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care. 12. Educates patient and family regarding treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy and symptom management. 13. Reviews patient’s clinical status and laboratory values pre-treatment and consults with provider when appropriate. 14. Evaluates and determines need for patient referrals to other members of the interdisciplinary needs as appropriate. 15. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals. 16. Manages patient care across the continuum, making appropriate referrals to home care and hospice, as necessary. 17. Prepare and administers chemotherapy/biotherapy and supportive therapy in accordance with ASCO/ONS Guidelines. 18. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately. Maintains BLS certification. 19. Provides telephone triage according to policies and documents telephone interactions. 20. Performs the following technical skills: a. Intravenous therapy including peripheral and central venous vascular access devices, including obtaining IV access b. Safe handling practices for hazardous, cytotoxic and biological agents c. Chemotherapy administration skills, including vesicant and non-vesicant medications 21. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role. Supports the DFCI Nursing Department Professional Practice Model and Quality Plan. 22. Accurately records charges for all services rendered on the day service. 23. Collaborates with Clinic Assistant to assure accurate inventory of all supplies. 24. Serves as a resource to medical personnel in other health facilities, providing telephone consultation to engender optimal Oncology practices and knowledge among health care professionals caring for cancer patients. B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds. 1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality. 2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families. 3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served. 4. Promotes a culture of inclusion. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age. C. Manages the environment of patient care. 1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards. 2. Complies with applicable policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct. 3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2015) in all aspects of professional practice. 4. Bases care on the Standards of Oncology Nursing Practice and Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Guidelines. D. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team. 1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts. Demonstrates excellent communication skills. 2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team. 3. Delegates as appropriate and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care. 4. May function in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas. 5. Participates in committees, councils, and initiatives. 6. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities. Accepts additional responsibilities as needed. 7. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit as requested. E. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth. 1. Identifies areas for professional growth. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these. 2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars. Shares information gained with colleagues. 3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff. 4. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period. 5. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 1. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team. 2. Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions. 3. Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs. 4. IV skills strongly preferred. 5. Work tasks require walking, standing, climbing, sitting, bending, reaching and occasional lifting. Some tasks are performed while sitting. 6. Good hearing and vision are required for the time spent in interactions with others, telecommunications and the required reading of medical and pharmaceutical documents and patient care related documents. 7. Communications with physicians or staff during office hours requires organization of information, discretion and balancing of multiple communications. 8. Relationships with patients/families and colleagues requires excellent listening skills, the ability to identify issues and seek a resolution that reflects the quality care and satisfaction goals of the practice. 9. The work requires concentration and frequent mental and visual attention as well as the ability to work efficiently. Frequent interruptions and movement away from desk require the ability to stay focused and return to uncompleted tasks. 10. Telephone communications listening and speaking skills are required for the time spent in this mode of communication. 11. The ability to balance multiple tasks and normal stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position are essential requirements in the performance of this job. 12. The ability to speak, read and write in English, and the ability to perform mathematical pharmaceutical calculations is required for this position. 13. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adult to geriatric. Days Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)
South Shore Health

Emergency Department Registered Nurse 24hrs a week 11p-7:30a

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20238 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Emergency Department HB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 24 Shift: Night (United States of America) Manages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures Compensation Pay Range: $38.20 - $77.39 1. Medication Administration a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications. b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure. c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy. 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient. a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes. b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization. c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice. d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI) e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy. f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions. h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift. i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command. 3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times. d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness. 4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice. a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice. b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change. d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command. f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure. 5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices. a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards. c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime. 6. Compliance a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs. d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP. e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7. Patient and Family Centered Care a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care. d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit. 8. Age & Culture a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness. b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources. Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred Required Licenses/Certifications RN - Registered Nurse Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required 24hr/wk, 11p-7:30a, rotating weekends and holidays, Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), OB- Emergency Response Training (ERT) - SSH Education & Training, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) - TCAR Education Programs, Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA)
Cape Cod Healthcare

RN Residency & Transition, Med Surg (FH - APR 2026)

Practices according to entity mandatory requirements. Practices according to department expectations. Practices with a Customer Service approach to all activities. Cares for patients utilizing the nursing process. Provides care as part of the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes internal and external resources. Provides effective patient/family teaching. Documents according to entity/department guidelines. Administers medications safely. Provides care according to best practice standards of care in nursing. Identifies signs and symptoms of neglect/abuse and reports as required by law. Cares for the terminally ill patient and family. Manages the patient with pain. Utilizes chemical and physical restraints as per policy. Utilizes techniques of time management effectively. Provides care respective of patient's advance directives. Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, registrations to perform duties of their designated role/positions. Addresses the age-specific needs of patients, specifically adolescents, adults, geriatric adults. Performs skills safely and according to specific policies/protocols. Manages patients with chest drainage devices. Manages patients with Intravenous Therapy. Uses Electronic Medical Record appropriately and accurately. Manages patients receiving epidural analgesia. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in administration and assessment of patient response to cardiac medications. Manages patients on telemetry monitoring. Responds appropriately in emergency/urgent situations. Provides care to post-operative patients. Cares for patients with orthopedic diagnoses. Performs other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested his/her immediate supervisor. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Basic Life Support Certification required Successful passage of CCHC’s Pharmacology exam Must read, write and communicate in English BSN Preferred ACLS preferred Purpose of Position Coordinates total nursing care for patients. Participates in patient and family teaching. Demonstrates leadership abilities by working cooperatively with nursing and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing in the clinical setting. Schedule Details RN Residency & Transition Program (APR-2026), 28-Week Training Program - Various Positions Available! Eve/Night/Day, Shifts can include: 7p-7a or 7a-7p, Rotating Days, E/O Weekend & Rotating Holidays *Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Organization Falmouth Hospital Association Primary Location Massachusetts-Falmouth Department FHA-Med / Surg Routine Annual/Hourly Hourly Hiring Pay Range 38.36
South Shore Health

RN Per Diem 2

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-21680 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Care Progression Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America) Under the general supervision of the Case Management Manager acts as a patient advocate/Case Manager to SSH&EC clients. An autonomous role that coordinates, negotiates, procures services and resources for, and manages the care of complex patients to facilitate achievement of quality and cost efficient patient outcomes. Looks for opportunities to reduce cost while assuring the highest quality of care is maintained. Applies review criteria to determine medical necessity for admission and continued stay. Provides clinically-based case management, discharge planning and care coordination to facilitate the delivery of cost-effective quality healthcare and assists in the identification of appropriate utilization of resources across the continuum of care. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff internal and external to the Organization. Participates in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the management of patient care. *Commits to working a minimum of 32 hours, with at least 16 hours (in 2 shifts) worked during a night and/or weekend per 4 week schedule. Also works 1 major summer or winter holiday. Compensation Pay Range: $59.42 - $86.20 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1 - The RN Case Manager is responsible for reviewing the medical record of all observation and inpatient admissions and continued stays to ensure appropriate utilization and delivery of care. a - Using Interqual Criteria, physician certification, and payor specific criteria, assists the physician in determining the medical necessity for observation, admission and continued stays. b - Identifies cases daily that fail to meet criteria and refers these cases to appropriate manager or physician advisor for secondary review. c - Contacts attending physicians daily on cases that lack adequate documentation warranting acute hospitalization and clarifies for them the necessary clinical documentation required to help support medical necessity d - Contacts the attending physician to notify him/her of decision to issue notice of non-coverage. Explains UR process and insurance coverage requirements. Obtains physician written concurrence when necessary; e.g., Medicare patients. Informs the patient and/or next of kin when insurance coverage must be terminated for the current admission. Issues the termination letter for the Medicare patient e - Reinstates insurance coverage when patient condition becomes acute and meets criteria again. Issues reinstatement letter. f - Continues review of all patients using criteria and determines need for continued hospitalization based upon third party payor/insurance guidelines. g - Provides clinical data/information to contracted third-party payers while patient is hospitalized to ensure continued reimbursement and to avoid reimbursement delays within 24 hours of request. h - Continues review of all patients using criteria and determines need for continued hospitalization based upon third party payer/guidelines. 2 - Plays an essential role in assisting physicians, nursing and staff with accurate determination of a patient’s observation status. The RN Case Manager is an important resource in preventing delayed discharges of observation patients. a - Identifies and reviews observation patients to determine the correct patient level of care daily prior to 12 PM. b - Consults with physicians, nursing, admitting, and outside insurance case managers to determine the appropriate status of patient. Refers the questionable status to internal physician advisor or EHR according to the Departmental Process. c - Assumes the role of review coordinator for observation services; reviews medical record for appropriateness of status and level of care, and facilitates the level of care, utilizing InterQual for Observation. d - Works with physicians, nursing and staff, patients and families to arrange prompt and safe discharge e - RN Case Manager must take telephone orders from physicians changing patient status from observation to inpatient admission. This should be done when monitoring observation status. A call or page should be made to physician if the RN Case Manager believes that this should be an inpatient admission and not wait until the 24 hours are ending before conversion. RN Case Manager must actively monitor patients on observation status and seek to clarify their status as close to the 24-hour benchmark as possible. The RN Case manager must send a concern in a timely fashion to facilitate the patient being put into the correct patient status and to provide timely notification. 3 - Participates in case finding and pre-admission evaluation screening to assure reimbursement. a - Identifies potential transition planning problems in a timely manner to set up services required. b - Works with attending physician to move patient through the SSH&EC system and set up appropriate services or referrals; e.g., SNF/VNA/Home Pharmacy c - Identifies need for new resources if gaps exist in service continuum, and initiates creative care delivery options. 4 - The RN Case Manager is responsible for assessing patient acute level of care needs and works to implement and coordinate interventions aimed at facilitating a safe and timely discharge plan to the appropriate sub-acute settings in collaboration with the Case Manager Specialist. a - With the Case Manager, work to identify, and prioritize workflow through identification of patient specific, department needs and or unit based needs. b - Executes and implements a safe and effective discharge plan based on the case management assessment in accordance with the Conditions of Participation. c - Makes and documents appropriate changes to discharge plan when necessary. d - Proactively uncovers barriers to early/timely discharge and overcomes them. e - Facilitates and coordinates patient care rounds. f - Conducts necessary conferences and team meetings regarding specific patient needs. g - Implements interventions that lead to patient accomplishing goals established in Plan. h - Coordinates the necessary resources to accomplish goals developed in Plan. i - Proactively affects system to facilitate efficient flow of care, anticipates discharge process. j - Gathers information from multidisciplinary team and monitors appropriate discharge plan. 5 - Continued. a - Uses and Updates the interdisciplinary patient White Board for communication enhancement; including RN Case Manager name, time/date/plan for discharge. b - Issues the Medicare Important Message (IM). c - Proper use of the Medical Necessity form for post discharge transportation. d - Use of technical tools, i.e., eDischarge, EHR, Interqual, MCCM e - Identifies and / or facilitates establishment of a patient’s Health Care Proxy.p) f - Identifies patient Care Plan Partner. g - Fosters patient and family awareness of Patient Portal. 6 - Ensure that patient has received all information related to choice of follow-up care facilities according to patient and family preference and any ACO preferred contracted providers. a - Ensure that, at minimum, 3 referrals are processed for continuum of care providers b - Document choices provided, with special consideration of ACO relationships and preferences; and selections made by patient and/or family in medical record. c - Expedite and process referrals, in a timely manner to department standards, including requesting and tracking screenings and acceptances of patients by care providers, expediting responses from provider facility personnel as necessary. d - Document response by providers. e - Delivers the Medicare Important Message (IM) per department protocol. f - Have patient, family/healthcare Proxy sign discharge plan. 7 - Interacts, communicates, and intervenes with multi-disciplinary healthcare team in a purposeful, goal-directed fashion. Works pro-actively and utilizes critical thinking skills to maximize the effectiveness of resource utilization. Anticipates, initiates, and facilitates problem resolution around issues of resource use and continued hospitalization, discharge planning. a - Establishes a means of communicating and collaborating with physicians, other team members, the patient’s payers, and administrators. b - Explores strategies to reduce length of stay and resource consumption within the care managed patient populations, implements them and documents the results. c - Communicates to appropriate members of healthcare team patients at risk of losing insurance coverage via termination of benefits, facilitates discharge plan d - Maintains a pro-active role to ensure appropriate documentation concurrently to minimize inefficient resource utilization and prevent loss of reimbursement e - Reviews physician documentation and follows procedures to seek clarification where indicated of that documentation relative to diagnosis and comment on the patient’s clinical state. f - Coordinate and participate in daily multidisciplinary patient care rounds. g - Uses the SBAR method to communicate with MD, and peers h - Acts as a clinical resource to support the Case Manager Specialist in resource utilization and discharge planning the more clinically complex or long length of stay patient. 8 - Establishes and maintains effective communication with all referral sources, insurers, vendors and patient supplier systems. 9 - Maintains consistently a professional commitment to institutions and department’s goals and objectives. Demonstrates flexibility to the department’s needs in relation to floor and work schedule, and any other internal and external demands on the department. Continually shows commitment to the Department by extending self when need arises. 10 - Maintains an updated knowledge base of and references resources outlining provider benefits for care choices, including public, private, and governmental payers and established / preferred ACO relations a - Maintains a working knowledge of the requirements of the payers most frequently seen with the patient population. b - Maintains a working knowledge of the resources available in the community for patients/families. c - Maintains current nursing licensure CEU credits, case management certification CEU's. d - Maintains Interqual Certification. 11 - Is responsible for department operational excellence, regarding safe and effective discharge planning; assures department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and professional standards. a - Manages all activities so that quality services are provided in an efficient and effective manner. b - Services provided meet all applicable regulatory requirements c - Participates in departmental and organizational Quality Improvement initiatives involving the Lean principles and TIM WOODS. d - Maintains departmental productivity measurements. e - Has an awareness of departmental productivity measurements including LOS and utilization f - Follows department policies, procedures, and standards of care that support operational excellence and productivity measurements 12 - Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission. 13 - Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices. a - eDischarge, EHR, Interqual, MCCM, Epic, Workday JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education - Preferred Registered Nurse, Bachelors prepared strongly preferred Minimum Work Experience 3-5 years acute care hospital experience preferred Critical Care or Emergency Department experience highly desirable Required Licenses / Registrations RN - Registered Nurse Required Certifications ACM-Accredited Case Manager or CCM-Certified Case Manager within two years of hire Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities Demonstrated skills in the areas of: negotiation, communication (verbal and written), conflict, interdisciplinary collaboration, management, creative problem solving, and critical thinking, time management and ability to multitask in high stress environment. Knowledge of: healthcare financing, community and organizational resources, patient care processes, and data analysis. Knowledge of utilization management as it relates to third party payers Knowledge of post-acute care community resources Experience with Managed Care preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Demonstrates flexibility via an ability to adapt to changing priorities and regulations. Basic computer skills required. Varied shifts and days. Weekend and holiday commitment. Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Emergency Response Training (ERT) Certification - SSH Education & Training, INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), OB- Emergency Response Training (ERT) - SSH Education & Training, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) - TCAR Education Programs, Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA)
Cape Cod Healthcare

RN Float MNA , VNA of Cape Cod

Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate. Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and to establish appropriate interdisciplinary utilization. Annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks. Refers to community resources as appropriate. Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluates effectiveness of established plan of care. Instructs and provides documented supervision of the Home Health Aide plan of care every 14 days. Notifies MD/other involved care providers of significant changes in the patient’s condition. Completes admission and other paperwork on a timely basis. Records narrative documentation to reflect skilled care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver. Obtains and clarifies valid MD orders for all care delivered. Plans and coordinates discharges appropriately and informs patient/MD and records disposition of patient in the discharge summary. Completes all appropriate discharge paperwork. All other duties as assigned. Successful passage of VNA pre-hire medication test Current RN license in Mass. and other related credentials to meet specialty. Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience required or 6 months of nursing experience with a BSN. CPR certification required. Home care and IV experience, computer skills and BSN preferred. Purpose of Position Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physiopsychological and environmental factors as well as health history to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. Integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis of a plan of care, adhering to case management objectives. Schedule Details Weekend Baylor, 30 hrs. per week (Paid for 37.5), 8a-6p, 30-minute unpaid lunch, Every Saturday and Sunday, 1 weekday 8a-6p, TBD, Rot. Holidays, Area: Upper Cape *Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Organization Visiting Nurse Association Primary Location Massachusetts-Falmouth Department VNA-RN Hourly Union Annual/Hourly Hourly Hiring Pay Range 33.7
Tufts Medicine

Satellite Clinic Nurse - Women's Care - 32 hrs - Braintree

Company Description Tufts Medical Center is recognized by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® for excellence in nursing. Magnet® recognition is the highest and most prestigious credential a health care organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality patient care. Magnet® recognition signals to nurses that the organization is committed to nursing. The nurses at Tufts Medical Center are integral to everything we do. They are often the ones patients interact with first, and sometimes the ones they interact with the most. It’s a critically important role, so our nurses are well-supported, well-respected, and very well-appreciated! There’s an intensity and a pace to be embraced. You will have responsibility and accountability the minute you pull on the scrubs. You need to be the kind of person who gives everything you've got. Our patients deserve the best. Our nurses give it to them. Job Description The professional registered nurse possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative environment among all health care providers. The professional registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment central to our patient and family centered model of care. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Nursing Process : Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate care. Assess: Collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to identify expected outcomes based on synthesis of data and diagnosis Identifies cultural needs (i.e. language, etc. ) to develop a care plan that enhances the health care experience Plan: Develops individualized outcomes-based care plans incorporating the patient and family's readiness and barrier to learning Orchestrates and validates a plan of care for each shift Initiates interdisciplinary patient/family meetings to facilitate communication regarding the plan of care Communicates and coordinates the patients discharge plan utilizing unit-based and community resources to ensure a seamless transition for the patient and their family The plan of care utilizes principles and concepts of project, organizational or systems management Implement: Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner Documents the implementation and any modifications, including changes or omissions, of the identified plan Collaborates with nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan Utilizes evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem Provides and coordinates health teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an optimal level of health Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response Evaluate: Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient responses and the attainment of expected outcomes and knowledge The nurse uses the evaluation process to update the plan of care as dictated by the patient response and/or if desired outcomes have not been achieved Professional Performance: Clinical Practice : The professional registered nurse demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of care is evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically sensitive care to all patients and families Performs procedures and treatments using nursing knowledge and judgment, according to established unit/practice area guidelines and professional standards Safely administers and assesses the patient response to medication utilizing essential knowledge of pharmacology and Hospital and Department Standards of Care Maintains clinical competency with respect to technology and utilizes equipment in a safe manner Performs as an advocate and as an educator for patients and families Quality: The professional registered nurse provides high quality in an efficient and a safe manner. The professional nurse utilizes data trends to support and improve clinical practice. Participates in hospital and/or unit based patient safety and quality activities and uses principles to support and improve patient outcomes (unit-based, hospital-wide, The Joint Commission, NPSGs, NDNQI, Patient First and other local, state and federal patient safety initiatives Participates in performance improvement activities through data collection, analysis and evaluation Champion for quality, safety, regulatory, and patient-family satisfaction Collaboration: Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care delivery Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive and professional work environment Supports collaboration with nursing colleagues and other disciplines to implement plan of care by participation in nursing, physician, and case management reporting rounds Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities Service Excellence: The professional nurse influences others by establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships, and professional development. Treats both internal and external customers with courtesy, respect and caring behavior Promotes a safe, clean, therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff Acknowledges cultural differences that exist among staff and patients Identifies customer service needs on the unit Presents self in a professional and calm manner Provides responsible and efficient use of resources Professional Development: The professional registered nurse participates in lifelong learning activities that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and support achievement of their career goals. The professional registered nurse maintains current licensure and adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act Assumes responsibility for participating in educational opportunities to support and meet clinical competency requirements Seeks out educational and professional resources Develops professionally as a self-directed, motivated learner May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership Seeks out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities Precepts and mentors newly hired staff and nursing students Investigates available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and research into daily professional activities Provides leadership at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator Promotes unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model Communication: The professional registered nurse seeks out and shares job related information that supports a culture of respect and responsibility. Assumes responsibility and ownership for professional conduct Accepts responsibility for positive and productive communication skills Attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to attend Accepts responsibility for reading emails to keep current with unit and hospital based information Qualifications 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 processes, 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 unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols. AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups of the population served including: Knowledge of growth and development Ability to interpret age specific data and response to care Provide age appropriate communication EDUCATION Bachelors Degree required, Bachelors Degree in Nursing strongly preferred. BLS Certification required EXPERIENCE Prior Ambulatory OB and/or GYN experience is required Certification in lactation or childbirth education is strongly preferred LICENSE Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfer patients and equipment Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise and possible exposure to radiation, lasers, electric shock, etc. Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases and other transmissible infections Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handle emergency and crisis situations Subjected to irregular hours May have contact with hazardous materials At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range :
Hebrew Senior Life

Nurse Care Manager

Job Description: HSL provides enhanced housing with services to seniors living in its four affordable housing locations, and at partner housing sites, with the goal of improving quality of life and supporting independent living. At its core, enhanced housing with services is a proactive approach wherein resident services staff regularly and actively reach out to each individual resident to engage with them around their health and wellness, identify areas of need/risk and provide intensive, individualized case management and support as needed and desired by the resident. The Nurse Care Manager is a key member of the housing team working to support residents in living independently, safely, and well for as long as possible by developing meaningful relationships with residents and providing supports in a holistic way. The Nurse Care Manager works closely with other team members to: engage residents in wellness assessments and health education programs, connect residents to needed services, triage resident issues, provide a wide variety of case management tasks including coordinating care for residents returning home from hospital and/or rehab stays, ensure that all interventions are documented and tracked, and partner with community provider organizations. This position will work on-site in an affordable housing community in Brockton, Massachusetts. Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing. And as we do, so does our collective impact. Our Benefits Include Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems Generous paid time off On-site health and wellness programming Tuition reimbursement and scholarships An employee recognition program Responsibilities Partner with the Wellness Coordinator and the resident services team to provide comprehensive case management services to residents. Provide regular preventative outreach to all residents to check in on their needs and overall health and develop trusting relationships with residents and their families. Conduct wellness assessments of residents to assess risk and determine needs. Actively follow up on all identified needs including finding resources, making referrals and ensuring residents are actively engaged in services. Assess resident medical concerns and support residents with decision making re next steps, e.g. calling PCP, going to urgent care, going to the ED or seeing a specialist. Coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists, hospitals, mental health and other community providers. Ensure effective communication around changes in status, transitions and service utilization. Active follow up on all hospitalizations, rehab stays, emergency room visits. Work with families, hospitals, rehabs, HSL Home Care and/or VNA, ASAP’s and other providers to ensure safe discharges and ongoing services. Follow up regularly with at risk residents to support adherence to health and wellness related activities, medication and treatment plans. Conduct and/or coordinate group and individual education sessions on health and wellness, including medication management. Assess and keep track of the needs of residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals. Utilize collected data to identify, plan, schedule and implement focused programs, such as falls prevention. Support and educate housing staff members about common medical conditions and how to identify and communicate status changes. Participate in resident services team meetings, provider meetings and individual family meetings. Assist residents and family members with transition to other levels of care when needed. Assist with specific resident needs such as taking vital signs, educating and assisting with Health Care Proxy and File of Life forms, arranging clinics for vaccines and arranging other health focused clinics, supporting residents in preparing for planned surgeries/medical tests. Document all work electronically in shared files/computer programs. Qualifications RN and 1 year of experience or LPN and 2 years of experience required. 3 years experience in aging services required, home health experience and dementia care a plus. Excellent triage and critical thinking skills required as well as ability to handle difficult situations. Must have compassion for and a desire to work with a senior population. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work efficiently and proactively as part of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with residents, families and staff in a manner that conveys respects, caring and sensitivity. Motivated to learn and flexible/willing to change. Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. Optimistic and positive demeanor, good intuition and sound judgment. Must be able to collect needed information and document clearly in electronic formats. Skills and comfort using Windows, Word and Excel required. Experience in aging services strongly preferred in community, home health or long-term care settings. Remote Type On-site Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Southcoast Health

RN Internal Traveler - Emergency

$70 / hour
Overview Find out why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. MTM Staffing, brought to you by Southcoast Physician’s Group, is now hiring Experienced Registered Nurses for our IN-HOUSE TRAVEL team! This role is for EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RNs Position Assignment Details: *During assignment, may be asked to float to any Southcoast Hospital: Charlton Memorial—Fall River, St. Luke’s—New Bedford and Tobey--Wareham Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Responsibilities Under direction of the Manager, Patient Services, or designee of individual assigned unit, perform a variety of duties involving coordinating total nursing care for patients, participating in patient and family teaching, and providing leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within an assigned patient care unit. Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served. Qualifications Pay Range USD $70.00 - USD $70.00 /Hr.
Southcoast Health

RN - Clinical Decision Unit( CDU)

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented RN for our brand new Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) *UP TO $12,000 NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS!* Hours: 36hrs (modified full time) Shift: Day/Evening Shift 7a-730p, every weekend and holiday rotation. Location: St. Luke’s Hospital, New Bedford, MA The Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) is designed to care for patients requiring short-term, hospital-based services, including targeted treatments, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing monitoring. These services help determine whether a patient can be safely discharged or requires admission to inpatient care. The expected length of stay in the CDU ranges from 8 to 48 hours, resulting in a high volume of admission, transfer, and discharge activity. As a result, the unit operates in a fast-paced environment like that of an Emergency Department. Care in this setting often involves telemetry monitoring and timely diagnostic workups. * Sign On Details $12,000 New Hire Sign On with 3+ years of RN experience $10,000 New Hire Sign On with 1-3 years of RN experience $7,500 New Hire Sign On with less than 1 year of RN experience Rehires termed greater than 1 year are eligible A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package** Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training **Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours. Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Responsibilities Under direction of the Manager, Patient Services or designee of individual assigned unit, perform a variety of duties involving coordinating total nursing care for patients, participating in patient and family teaching and providing leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within an assigned patient care unit. Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or equivalent is required. Current RN Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required. Three (3) months experience is preferred. Telemetry experience preferred Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $38.81 - USD $67.58 /Hr. Rotation Schedule Requirement Every Other Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Southcoast Health

RN - Clinical Decision Unit( CDU)

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented RN for our brand new Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) *UP TO $12,000 NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS!* Hours: 36hrs (modified full time) Shift: Evening/Night Shift 7:15-7:15a, every weekend and holiday rotation. Location: St. Luke’s Hospital, New Bedford, MA The Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) is designed to care for patients requiring short-term, hospital-based services, including targeted treatments, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing monitoring. These services help determine whether a patient can be safely discharged or requires admission to inpatient care. The expected length of stay in the CDU ranges from 8 to 48 hours, resulting in a high volume of admission, transfer, and discharge activity. As a result, the unit operates in a fast-paced environment like that of an Emergency Department. Care in this setting often involves telemetry monitoring and timely diagnostic workups. * Sign On Details $12,000 New Hire Sign On with 3+ years of RN experience $10,000 New Hire Sign On with 1-3 years of RN experience $7,500 New Hire Sign On with less than 1 year of RN experience Rehires termed greater than 1 year are eligible A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package** Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training **Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours. Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Responsibilities Under direction of the Manager, Patient Services or designee of individual assigned unit, perform a variety of duties involving coordinating total nursing care for patients, participating in patient and family teaching and providing leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within an assigned patient care unit. Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or equivalent is required. Current RN Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required. Three (3) months experience is preferred. Telemetry experience preferred Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $38.81 - USD $67.58 /Hr. Rotation Schedule Requirement Every Other Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Seven Hills Foundation

Regional Nursing Supervisor-Manager

$100,000 / year
Overview Regional Nursing Supervisor-Manager Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation To advocate for all medical needs of assigned program participants focusing on optimal health for all assigned individuals in the Seven Hills Community Services (SHCS) Residential Care setting. Supervise the coordination of medical services and nursing staff in the Southeast. As a credentialed supervisor, you will manage credentialed and professional personnel, ensuring that services are delivered with expertise and in alignment with professional standards, program objectives and our core values. Your leadership will encompass staff and resource management, guiding your team to provide compliant, high-quality support to our service recipients while adhering to best practices and organizational and professional standards. Pay: $100,000/Salary per year Benefits for Full-time employees: Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield , with generous company contribution. Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure. Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution! Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships! Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework! Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment ( 3-5%) , reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills! Work-Life Balance: Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year! Vacation Cash-Out Option 3 Paid Personal Days 11 Paid Holidays Accrued Paid Sick Time Responsibilities Assess and coordinate healthcare and services for participants in the Southeast Region. Select programs have a greater number of assigned nursing hours and thereby a greater oversight responsibility. Institute appropriate follow up and communicate all medical issues to: Residential Manager, Health Care Director, Area Director, and any other appropriate Seven Hills Community Services (SHCS) staff. Maintain, Review, and supervise all medical care services in Southeast. Provide supervision and training to northeast nursing staff. Medication Administration Program (MAP) trainer and Medication Administration Program (MAP) oversight with reports to facilitate compliance. Attend and participate in residential staff meetings and provide in-service training of residential staff on medical topics as needed. Complete reports in accordance with regulations. Facilitate effective communication with participant’s physician to obtain medical information and treatment. Document medical needs of participants and interventions as needed. Advise the Health Care Director of any medical problems that may hinder a person’s progress or placement in current residential setting. Foster the growth of individuals and to treat them with respect, dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner. Be familiar with the regulations and statutes governing and insuring the human rights of program participants. Implement procedures and services including medical interventions, or additional duties, as assigned by the Health Care Director of Seven Hills Community Services (SHCS). Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education & Experience: Registered Nurse with current MA license. 2-3 years working in a residential setting with disabled adults. Supervisory experience 2 years. Skills and Knowledge: Excellent communication skills. Valid Massachusetts drivers license. Why Join Seven Hills Community Services? Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to person-centered care. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Create meaningful connections and positively impact lives every day. You can also see an overview of the amazing work our organization does with this video: https://vimeo.com/344648526 Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now to join a supportive, innovative team where you can help individuals achieve their full potential and thrive in their communities.