Registered Nurse, Neurology Ambulatory Clinic, 24 Hours (Days)

Position Summary The registered nurse adheres to the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and 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 Registered Nurse Department Neurology Ambulatory Clinic Schedule 24 Hours (Days) Education Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred). Ability to obtain a 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; some units may require Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Additional certifications may be required for certain practice areas. Knowledge And Skills Basic computer proficiency including ability to access, enter, 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 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, e.g., enterostomal therapy, epidemiology, peri-operative 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. Compensation Range $38.05 – $75.33 per hour This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, considering education, experience, licensure and 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center (BMC)