Community RN
Company: Tufts Medicine
Location: Framingham
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
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Job Profile Summary --- This 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 . A professional individual contributor
role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or
manage processes and programs . 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 . An experienced
level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically
obtained through advanced education and work experience . Works
independently with general supervision, problems faced are
difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others
within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and
practices. Job Overview This role possesses and applies the skills
and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient
care from admission through discharge. Serves as a patient and
family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative
environment among all health care providers. R esponsible for the
planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care
utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of
nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice
and/or best practices. P rovides clinical excellence, which fosters
and supports an environment central to our patient and family
centered model of care. Job Description Minimum Qualifications : 1.
Massachusetts RN Licensure. 2 . Two (2) years of clinical nursing
experience . 3 . Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications : 1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
2. Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience . 3. Department
Specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type
of patient care being provided . 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. 1. Performs nursing activities that create a
compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients
and staff, with the aim of promoting comfort and healing and
preventing unnecessary suffering. Includes, but is not limited to,
vigilance, engagement, and responsiveness of caregivers, including
family and healthcare personnel. 2. Shows respect for
patients/family dignity and privacy in all patient/family
interactions . E stablishes and maintains mutual trust within the
nurse-patient/family relationship . 3. Assesses and identifies
expected patient outcomes based on diagnosis, data, and patient's
concerns. 4. Listens and acknowledges patients/family knowledge of
self and engages their participation in care . Identifies cultural
needs ( i.e. language, etc ) to develop a care plan that enhances
the health care experience. Recognizes patient/family rights
through support of their informed decisions and advanced
directives. 5. Develops and implements individualized
outcomes-based care plans incorporating the patient and family's
readiness and barrier to learning. Provides and coordinates health
teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to
maintain an optimal level of health. 6. Utilizes evidence-based
interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem.
7. Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all
aspects of care, including but not limited to,
treatments/procedures performed and patient response. Documents the
implementation and any modifications, including changes or
omissions, of the identified plan. 8. Performs procedures and
treatments using nursing knowledge and judgment, according to
established unit/practice area guidelines and professional
standards 9. Safely administers and assesses the patient response
to medication utilizing essential knowledge of pharmacology and
Hospital and Department Standards of Care 10. Evaluates the
effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient
responses and the attainment of expected outcomes including patient
response and if desired outcomes have not been achieved. 11.
Develops, communicates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge
plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals to community
resources to ensure a seamless transition for the patient and their
family. 12. Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the
patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources and documents
according to the department's documentation standards. 13.
Participates in hospital and/or unit based patient safety, quality
improvement, and process improvement activities to support and
improve patient outcomes . Activities may include data collection,
analysis and evaluation. 14. Provides leadership at the bedside as
a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator . 15.
Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and
colleagues in order to create a positive and professional work
environment . 16. Supports collaboration with nursing colleagues
and other disciplines to implement plan of care by participation in
nursing, physician, and case management reporting rounds . 17.
Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their
roles, knowledge and capabilities 18. Identifies and treats both
internal and external customers with courtesy, respect and caring
behavior. Acknowledges cultural differences that exist among staff
and patients . 19 . Participates in lifelong learning activities
that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing
competence, enhance their professional practice and support
achievement of their career goals. 20 . Incorporates new knowledge
and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices 21 .
May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit
leadership 22 . Precepts and mentors newly hired staff and nursing
students 23 . Seeks out advanced certification opportunities and
ongoing education opportunities 24 . Investigates available
technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and
research into daily professional activities 25 . Promotes unit and
organizational growth through a shared governance model 26 .
Attends and actively participates in staff meetings . Accepts
responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to
attend. 27 . Practices in accordance with the Massachusetts Nurse
Practice Act, American Nurses Association scope and Standards of
Practice, Quality Caring framework and professional practice model
at Lowell General Hospital. Physical Requirements : 1. Occasional
lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients. 2. Prolonged standing
and walking. 3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching,
pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting. 4. Exposure to
infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals. 5. Exposure
of blood-borne pathogens. 6. Requires fine manual dexterity to lift
and maneuver patients. 7. Requires visual and aural acuity
necessary to monitor patient care. Skills & Abilities: 1. Ability
to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and
healthcare team. 2. Knowledge of and application of the nursing
process. 3. Ability to provide care for a designated group of
patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies,
procedures and protocols. 4. Knowledge of current trends in
healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology,
pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient
safety. 5. Presents self in a professional and calm manner . 6.
Ability to h andle emergency and crisis situations . 7 . May be s
ubjected to irregular hours .
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 .
Keywords: Tufts Medicine, North Attleborough , Community RN, Healthcare , Framingham, Massachusetts
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