RN, Cardiac Arrhythmia Stepdown Unit - MGH

Staff Nurse Opportunity

Exciting Staff Nurse opportunity on Ellison 10, a 36-bed adult fast-paced Cardiac Medical Stepdown Unit! This unit provides intermediate level care to patients who require cardiac monitoring for arrhythmias, unstable coronary syndromes, heart failure and other vascular diagnoses and medical disorders. Patients on this unit require coronary or peripheral procedures, diagnostic and interventional procedures that require expert and specialized cardiac care. The unit provides high quality, patient-focused care in a supportive care delivery model. The unit is the designated teaching floor to introduce medical residents to the complexity of caring for cardiac patients. 12 hour shifts and self-scheduling available. Opportunity to work on similar unit (Ellison 11) when staffing indicates.

We offer a variety of comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees such as: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Generous paid time off, Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount), Resources for childcare and emergency backup care, Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan, Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

Current licensure as a registered nurse in Massachusetts required. BSN strongly preferred. Minimum of one year experience with emphasis on the cardiac patients. 2+ years of experience strongly preferred. Ability to work day/night rotation 39 hours/week, weekends required.

Essential Functions

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials: Registered Nurse MA RN license required. Experience: Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information. Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent verbal and communication skills. Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 39

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range: $41.72 - $105.65/Hourly

Grade: GHCARN055