Emergency Room Float Pool RN

Job Overview

The RN Complex Care provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices in a complex care area.

Location: Saints Campus- ED

Hours: 36 Hours 7:00AM-7:00PM

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.

2. 0 - Less than 12 Months of RN Experience.

3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

4. Department Specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates.
• Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient's individualized plan of care.
• Manages own patient assignment by delegating effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.
• 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.
• Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.