RN - Cardiac ICU - MGH

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Are you a talented compassionate dedicated nurse ready to join a culture where nurses are supported with evidence-based cardiac nursing practice and nursing research is embraced If so then theres no better place to be than Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). MGH is seeking RNs to join our Magnet-designated nursing team in our state-of-the-art multidisciplinary intensive care unit. Ellison 9 Cardiac ICU is a patient and family centered 16 bed adult unit serving critically ill cardiac ICU patients. The most common diagnoses and/or interventions are: hemodynamic monitoring intra-aortic balloon counter pulsation ventricular assist devices CVVH hypothermia after cardiac arrest recovery from coronary procedures including percutaneous aortic and mitral valve replacement recovery from acute myocardial infarction complicated by cardiogenic shock arrhythmias congestive heart failure respiratory failure and/or multiple organ dysfunction/failure. A multi-disciplinary team approach is focused on the psychosocial and emotional support of the patients and their families. We work each day to achieve our vision: to provide excellent quality care to patients and families that is supported by a highly skilled and compassionate team in the safest environment.

Our nurses are authentic leaders within our hospitalrevered for their clinical wisdom valued as colleagues and recognized for the tremendous contributions they make to elevate patient care and enhance our capabilities. Here youll be a valued member of our comprehensive multidisciplinary team where collaboration and teamwork are the norm not the exception.

Job Summary

Summary
Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care assessment of patients clinical decision-making regarding nursing care assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner providing individualized nursing care and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
Maintain accurate detailed reports and records.
-Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
-Record patients medical information and vital signs.
-Monitor record and report symptoms or changes in patients conditions.
-Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess plan implement or evaluate patient care plans.
-Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients responses and conditions.

EducationAssociates Degree Nursing required or Bachelors Degree Nursing preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsRegistered Nurse RN - State License - Generic - HR Only preferredExperienceClinical nursing experience 0-1 year requiredKnowledge Skills and Abilities- Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. - Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Excellent verbal and communication skills. - Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

267 Charles Street

36

Regular

Rotating (United States of America)

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