Student Nurse

Registered Nurse

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.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an Associates degree or Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN). BSN preferred. Candidates who do not have a BSN must enroll in a Baccalaureate program one year from date of hire and must complete their BSN by the end of the semester in which the four year anniversary of employment at BMC occurs.

Flu vaccination required prior to start. 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.

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 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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans