Registered Nurse - Oncology - Framingham (32 hr)

Tufts Medical Center

Boston, MA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$37.18–$47.41 Per Hour

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Case Management, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Discharge Plans, Documentation, Embedded Systems, Environmental Health, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Leadership, Management Reporting, Medications, Meeting Minutes, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Oncology, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Philosophy, Process Improvement, Process Management, Quality Management, Quality of Care, R Programming Language, Registered Nurse (RN), Standards of Care, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan

LOCATION

Boston, MA

POSTED

3 days ago

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. 2

0

. Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to

initiate

change in nursing care practices 2

1

. May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership 2

2

. Precepts and mentors newly hired staff and nursing students 23

. Seeks out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities 2

4

. Investigates available technology and resources to apply

evidence based

practice and research into daily professional activities 2

5

. Promotes unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model 2

6

. 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

. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $37.18 - $47.41

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Registered Nurse - Oncology - Framingham (32 hr)

Tufts Medical Center

Boston, MA

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