RN, Surgical Trauma Unit – MGH

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare – people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

White 7 is a 27-bed inpatient adult general Surgical/Trauma unit. It serves both acute and chronic care patients of various ethnic/cultural backgrounds. White 7 is a Dedicated Educational Unit which partners with UMASS Boston. This unique relationship utilizes staff nurses as adjunct faculty. Candidates are asked to be active members within this environment of learning.

This is an exciting opportunity for RNs to work in our surgical/trauma unit! We are looking for full-time staff with a schedule of 36-39 hours per week; 3-4 12hr shifts per week; Day/Night rotation. Weekend and holiday rotation required.

Job Summary

Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients’ clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
-Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
-Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
-Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
-Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
-Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.

Qualifications

Education
Associate’s Degree Nursing required or Bachelor’s Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
MA RN License

Experience
Clinical nursing experience 1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
– Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
– Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
– Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
– Knowledge of medical terminology.
– Excellent verbal and communication skills.
– Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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