Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Pediatrics, Per Diem

Position Summary The registered nurse, adheres to the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. is primarily responsible for professional performance and direct patient care. The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients and their families across the health care continuum. The registered nurse is accountable for clinical, educational, quality and fiscal patient care outcomes using the model of care designed by the nursing department and in accordance with established agency policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and standards of practice. Position: Staff Nurse - Ambulatory Pediatrics Department: Pediatrics Specialty and Primary Care Clinics Schedule: Per Diem Job Requirements EDUCATION: Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Registration and current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing required. Requires current basic life support (BLS) certification. Recommended but not required- Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Additional certifications may be required for certain practice areas. EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years inpatient pediatric experience 1-2 years experience in an ambulatory setting Experience with Care Coordination and Transitions of Care for ambulatory setting Telephone Triage experience KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enters, and interpret computerized data/information. Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with various members of the health care team, patients, and families. Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work. Multilingual skills (beyond that of English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served by the medical center preferred. Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification required for certain practice areas. Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement research utilization projects. Ability to effectively delegate appropriate patient care activities. Effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the patient populations served. Physical ability to meet the core job responsibilities in accordance with practice setting demands for the patient populations regularly served. Ability to effectively manage stress due to critical issues related to patient care, changing organizational climate and personnel issues. Knowledge of childhood/Adult immunization. Knowledge of DME, VNA, PA and school forms. Knowledge of PIV placement and infusion (if applicable) Compensation Range: $38.05- $75.33 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. medical dental vision pharmacy contract increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches earned time cash out paid time off career advancement opportunities resources to support employee and family wellbeing Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Boston Medical Center 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. #J-18808-Ljbffr BMC Company 100