About this role
BMC Brighton Registered Nurses provide nursing care that has as its ultimate concern supporting the total person and promoting adaptation of the individual. This is accomplished by counseling, teaching, and collaboration/consultation with other health care professionals. The Staff Nurse meets patient needs in accordance with the Nursing Division's philosophy, policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: Implementing and/or directing delivery of nursing care. Evaluating care delivered. Practices and promotes nursing care within professional standards. Practices and promotes nursing care within ethical and legal standards. Provides patient teaching to patient and/or family. Orients all level of Nursing division personnel, and nursing students. Participates in unit-based educational programs. Takes responsibility for own learning. Demonstrates effective leadership skills. Supports and collaborates in the Medical Center Performance Improvement plan with improvement/quality control activities. Utilizes current research in area of clinical practice. Complies with patient safety goals as set forth by the Medical Center. (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required) REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years Two years of experience as a registered nurse in cardiology procedural areas or Two years of experience as a critical care nurse. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Current licensure in Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse. BLS Certification Required Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS) certification required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Meets performance criteria of a Cardiac Cath Lab/EP Lab/PV Staff Nurse. Able to communicate verbally and in writing in the English language. Able to complete mathematical computations required to administer medications and treatment protocols. Able to input information into clinical computer systems (Data Entry). Compensation Range: $39.02- $90.05 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 According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. 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