Registered Nurse, RN- ICU G

Patients on ICU-G receiveBoston level care, close to home, with the collaboration between our Lowell General Teamand Tufts Intensivists. ICU-Gis looking for experienced ICU RNs with positive attitudes to join our team.

Unit Summary:

ICU- G is an11 bed Intensive Care Unit that provides care for both medical and surgical critically ill patients, including cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, hematologic, OB, gastrointestinal, renal, vascular, and multi system diagnoses. Our patients may require hemodynamic or respiratory support, close hemodynamic monitoring, or intensive levels of nursing care. This may include patients requiring IABP, Impella devices, lysis, EKOS, TPA, hemodialysis, CRRT, PA lines, or 24 hour EEG monitoring.

The ICU staff are offered ongoing bedside and classroom training, teaching, and educational opportunities. Newly hired nurses are currently utilizing AACN's online training program ECCO as part of their on-boarding and training. Our goal is to deliver high quality patient care to every ICU patient.

ICU G has been awarded the GOLD STATUS for the Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), which represents the highest distinction in excellence for patient care and the highest standards of professional practice.

Hours: 36 hours/week, Night Shift

Qualifications:
* Critical care experience required
* Able to read and interpret Tele strips independently
* Must have excellent time management skills
* BSN strongly preferred
* Valid BLS and ACLS required, specialized certifications preferred

What We Offer:
* Clinical Advancement Programwhich provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards
* Competitive salaries & benefits
* Paid certification and educational opportunities,including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO and CCRN review courses.
* 403(b) retirement plan with company match
* Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit based councils or one of the many other council opportunities
* Tuition reimbursement
* Clinical mobility tracks
* Free on-campus parking

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd designation achieved in August 2020. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rdMagnet designation.

About Lowell General

For 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 Medicine

A 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.

Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.