Registered Nurse – Adult Emergency Department

Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Adult Emergency Department. In this role, you will provide direct patient care to adult patients presenting with acute and emergency conditions, working under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager. You will practice within Baystate Health's Professional Practice Model, the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, ANA Standards of Practice, and Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate organizational skills to maintain safe delivery of care for assigned patients and families; manage your assignment by delegating and collaborating effectively based on patient needs and team member skills
• Administer medications and treatments according to policy and procedure
• Conduct accurate, age-appropriate clinical assessments; identify and prioritize patient and family strengths, needs, and priorities
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans and document all assessments according to policy
• Recognize acute changes in patient status and intervene appropriately
• Develop comprehensive educational plans for patients and families, utilizing appropriate resources and documenting accordingly
• Adhere to practice guidelines specific to the emergency department setting by utilizing standards, policies, and procedures to support clinical decision-making; seek guidance from appropriate resources; and demonstrate knowledge of performance improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate caring practices that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff, promoting comfort and healing and preventing unnecessary suffering
• Demonstrate respect for patient and family dignity and privacy in all interactions; establish and maintain mutual trust within the nurse-patient and family relationship; and engage patient and family participation in care
• Address patient experience concerns promptly and objectively, escalating to leadership as needed
• Recognize ethical dilemmas within your practice area and use available resources to intervene effectively
• Develop comprehensive discharge plans utilizing appropriate resources and referrals, including community resources; communicate plans and collaborate with patients and families regarding discharge
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds, document plans, and communicate with patients
• Participate in unit and house-wide performance improvement initiatives
• Successfully complete annual competencies and mandatory education requirements
• Participate in shared governance and unit decision-making
• Demonstrate progress in meeting personal and professional goals
• Respect diverse views and approaches and contribute to maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 months of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (exceptions must be approved by the Chief Nursing Officer)
• Current Massachusetts RN license
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
• Diploma in Nursing

Compensation

Hourly pay range: $41.82 to $66.30 (midpoint $54.06). New hires typically start in the lower part of the range. Actual salary will be determined based on relevant experience.