Vascular Access Team RN
Vascular Access Team RN
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Job Description
Site: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc.
The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care as set forth in the Nursing Departments Clinical Practice Manual. The registered nurse demonstrates initiative knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment plan implementation and evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor.
At the Brigham we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and the Department of Nursing are dedicated to diversity equity and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus we believe in equal access to quality care employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum or human diversity: race gender sexual orientation religion ethnicity national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Does this position require Patient Care
Yes
Essential Functions
-Organization of Patient Care
Accountable for assessing planning implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintain continuity through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric areas such as the NICU and Obstetrics the principals of growth and development are applicable to the neonate.
-Quality of Care
Documents patient care in a manner that is clear complete concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family information from other members of the health care team intra-agency referral and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the departments documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients staff family and visitors.
Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients families and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other discipline(s).
Develops utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
-Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
-Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
-Budget
Utilizes time and materials in an effective and economical manner.
Provides suggestions which support the delivery of cost-effective health care.
Assesses patients acuity accurately when making decisions regarding staffing transfers and assignments.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
-Personnel
Participates in the orientation of new staff members students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for the smooth running of the unit e.g. flexibility in relation to patient assignments shift assignment or work schedule.
-Quality of Care
Documents patient care in a manner that is clear complete concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family information from other members of the health care team intra-agency referral and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the departments documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients staff family and visitors.
Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients families and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other discipline(s).
Develops utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
-Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
-Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
-Budget
Utilizes time and materials in an effective and economical manner.
Provides suggestions which support the delivery of cost-effective health care.
Assesses patients acuity accurately when making decisions regarding staffing transfers and assignments.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
-Personnel
Participates in the orientation of new staff members students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for the smooth running of the unit e.g. flexibility in relation to patient assignments shift assignment or work schedule.Onsite75 Francis Street0Per DiemNight (United States of America)The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryThe Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts who is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care as set forth in the Nursing Departments Clinical Practice Manual. The registered nurse demonstrates initiative knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment plan implementation and evaluation of patient care and is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor.
At the Brigham we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and the Department of Nursing are dedicated to diversity equity and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus we believe in equal access to quality care employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum or human diversity: race gender sexual orientation religion ethnicity national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Does this position require Patient Care
Yes
Essential Functions
-Organization of Patient Care
Accountable for assessing planning implementing and evaluating a plan of care for a specific patient assignment.
Sets priorities when organizing care for patients with varying acuity.
Maintain continuity through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development of the adult and geriatric areas such as the NICU and Obstetrics the principals of growth and development are applicable to the neonate.
-Quality of Care
Documents patient care in a manner that is clear complete concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family information from other members of the health care team intra-agency referral and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the departments documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients staff family and visitors.
Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients families and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other discipline(s).
Develops utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
-Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
-Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
-Budget
Utilizes time and materials in an effective and economical manner.
Provides suggestions which support the delivery of cost-effective health care.
Assesses patients acuity accurately when making decisions regarding staffing transfers and assignments.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
-Personnel
Participates in the orientation of new staff members students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for the smooth running of the unit e.g. flexibility in relation to patient assignments shift assignment or work schedule.
-Quality of Care
Documents patient care in a manner that is clear complete concise and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care based on data from an initial assessment of patient and family information from other members of the health care team intra-agency referral and previous medical records.
Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family utilizing appropriate resources and documents according to the departments documentation standards.
Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and documents progress in meeting stated goals. Revises plan of care as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or quality improvement programs.
Provides a safe environment for patients staff family and visitors.
Administers medication safely according to established policies and procedures.
Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
Uses equipment safely and efficiently.
Demonstrates awareness of potential/actual risks of infection and modes of transmission.
Utilizes universal precautions in nursing practice.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Interacts with patients families and colleagues in a professional manner.
Collaborates with other discipline(s).
Develops utilizes and evaluates unit-specific standards of care.
Upholds the A.N.A. code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff members.
Participates in determining and implementing goals and objectives for the unit.
Participates in determining goals and objectives in the periodic review and evaluation.
Serves on unit-based and organizational committees and disseminates information to peers.
-Education
Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through identification of own learning needs.
Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Participates in unit-based and organizational educational programs.
Seeks and accepts guidance for additional learning needs.
-Research
Utilizes nursing research findings in clinical practice.
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting investigators.
-Budget
Utilizes time and materials in an effective and economical manner.
Provides suggestions which support the delivery of cost-effective health care.
Assesses patients acuity accurately when making decisions regarding staffing transfers and assignments.
Demonstrates awareness of the need to manage within established budgetary boundaries.
-Personnel
Participates in the orientation of new staff members students and others as appropriate.
Provides input into the clinical evaluation of other staff as appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the unit in the absence of leadership personnel.
Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and aids in their interpretation to others.
Recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate channels.
Participates in the cooperative effort and peer support required for the smooth running of the unit e.g. flexibility in relation to patient assignments shift assignment or work schedule.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts. For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
3yr recent IV experience.
Ultrasound guided IV preferred
PICC experience preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- The RN must show evidence of the basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
- Must demonstrate observational skills and the ability to set priorities.
- Must be able to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must demonstrate effective skills in applying hospital standards in area of service teamwork communication respect for others and time/priority management.
- 2 years recent IV experience required
- Ultrasound Guided IV insertion experience preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$40.49 - $100.13/HourlyGrade
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Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Part-Time
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