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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Time Type:
Full timeDepartment:
Emergency DepartmentAll Locations:
10 Gove Street – Taylor BuildingPosition Summary:
The Registered Nurse assumes a leadership role in the Emergency Department. This includes triaging patients to the appropriate level in a timely fashion, providing nursing care to patients of all ages, directing the general patient flow through the department, and taking appropriate steps in following up lab and x-ray results. The nurse is responsible for timely and accurate documentation of his/her nursing care in accordance with policy and procedures. The nurse is also responsible for collaboration with other members in a multi-disciplinary team.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assess the health status of individuals and detect changes in order to take necessary actions.
Documents all care information concisely, accurately, and completely in a timely manner. Documentation to also include (pain assessment/re-assessment, medication administration, and patient ED course).
Triages patients and assigns accurate acuity based on standards of care and department policy.
Assumes responsibility for direct patient care and prepares patients for exams.
Safely and effectively administers medications, tests, and treatments as ordered.
Reports adverse reactions to medications and/or treatments in accordance with department policy.
Takes a proactive role assisting with patient discharge, hospital transfers, and arranging outpatient testing.
Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches and educates patients and caregivers on how to manage illnesses, injuries, and home care needs.
Recognizes the unique safety needs of elderly and pediatric patients, ensuring they receive assistance as needed.
Follows established departmental policies and procedures for environmental safety and infection control.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing strongly preferred.
MA RN License required.
Current ACLS and PALS Certification required.
Minimum of one year RN critical care experience or three years of experience in Med/Surg or Emergency.
36 hours per week/7pm - 7 am
Benefits:
MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION COVERAGE
LIFE AND DISABILITY INSURANCE
401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
FLEXIBLE SPENDING AND TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNTS
PAID HOLIDAYS, VACATIONS, SICK, AND PERSONAL TIME
GENEROUS STAFF DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT
EXCELLENT MALPRACTICE COVERAGE
PET INSURANCE
FREE PARKING
AND MUCH MORE
Pay Rate:
Starting at $50.00 per hour, and up to $70.00 based on experience.
EEO & Accommodation Statement:
NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request
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