REGISTERED NURSE - Nursing Medicine NIghts

Short Stay Unit - Main CampusHours: 36 Hours - Full-TimeShift: Nights 7:00PM-7:00AM - Weekend + holiday rotation requiredThe Community RN Career Direct Care Pathway placement is comprised of four levels based on a RN’s minimum experience, education, and qualifications.Level I - 0 – Less than 12 Months of RN Experience.Level II - 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience.Level III - 3 Years - Less than 8 Years of RN Experience.Level IV - 8 Years of RN Experience.Job Profile SummaryThis role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient’s plan of care as directed. Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education.Job OverviewThe RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.Massachusetts RN Licensure.Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates.Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's needs.Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.What We Offer:Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewardsCompetitive salaries & benefitsPaid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses.403(b) retirement plan with company matchShared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunitiesTuition reimbursementClinical mobility tracksAbout Lowell GeneralFor more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.About Tufts MedicineA healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.