Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Medical, General Surgery, Oncology; 7p-7a 36 hrs/wk

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served in Wheeler 5, Adult Medical, General Surgery, Oncology Unit as directed by nursing management. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the stated philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Service Department, regulatory agencies and professional organizations. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the safety of nursing care they deliver or supervise. The Registered Nurse is responsible to the patient and the family or significant others for the quality of direct and indirect nursing care delivered. Line responsibility to the Director or designee.

Minimum Qualifications

         Education

   Graduate of professional accredited nursing school required.

         Experience

   Previous Medical/Surgical/Telemetry/Orthopedic experience preferred.

   Licensure and/or Certification

   Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required.

   BLS healthcare provider required.

         Skills

   Basic nursing skills.

   Communication skills.

   Assessment skills.

   Critical thinking skills.

   Organizational skills.

   Excellent customer service skills.

   Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

   Computer skills required

   Ability to maintain confidential information.