Registered Nurse (Surgical Practice) - Per Diem

Position Summary: Responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice. The role serves a multidisciplinary surgical practice covering Vascular, Cardiology, Pain & Anesthesia. Responsibilities Utilizes the Nursing Process for the delivery and management of patient’s care from Admission to Discharge, appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure. Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning. Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluates nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Delegates appropriately to others in accordance with job description and competency level. Documents patient care according to standard procedure. Develops, implements/coordinates and documents Education Plan for patient/family/significant other. Ensures quality and continuity of care through collaboration with other health care providers. Administers medications, performs treatments, therapies and operates equipment according to policy and procedure; assists physician with treatment and procedures and special tests as required or directed. Participates in and supports Nursing Governance activities. Assumes responsibility for professional growth; assists in education and development of staff. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates the use of quality improvement in daily operations. Qualifications Current Massachusetts Nursing licensure and registration BLS required for every RN within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross). ACLS required in select areas (Gannett, MP1, ICU, ED, Cath Lab, Endo, IR, PACU, Float Pool) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner (American Heart Association). PALS required in select areas (PACU, ED) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner (American Heart Association). NRP Advanced Provider required in select areas (Maternity) within 6 months or first scheduled course offering whichever is sooner (American Academy of Pediatrics). Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing highly preferred. Thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing; where certification, licensure or registration is not required, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. UMass Memorial Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr C340 UMass Memorial Medical Group, Inc.