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Summary :

Responsible for the provision of nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with current BH Standards of Care. Administers and monitors patient response to therapeutic interventions. The nurse demonstrates knowledge and application of the nursing process as it relates to patients and families. The nurse is accountable for professional nursing practice. He/she collaborates with health team members, patients/families in the provision of care. Delegates to and provides direct supervision to other health team members as appropriate in the implementation of the patient care plan. The nurse acts as an advocate for patients/families/significant others. Also, he/she practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing.

Clinicians practicing at this level are competent practitioners. They are developing in their comfort with prioritization. Early on skill at this level is more focused on the time management needs of the nurse rather than timing in relation to patient needs and relies somewhat on the help of more experienced colleagues. Over time and with experience the nurse's focus shifts from that of task orientation to developing goals and a plan of care for their assigned patients across the continuum. A nurse could spend a significant amount of time in this position. This description covers the essential functions of the position. The incumbent is expected to perform similar and related duties as assigned. The Manager/Director is responsible for ensuring that the RN consistently meets the necessary behaviors.

Job Responsibilities:

1) The six Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The nursing process includes the components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nursing process encompasses all significant actions taken by registered nurses, and forms the foundation of the nurse's decision-making. (ANA Standards of Nursing Practice, 2004)

2) Standard 1. Assessment: the registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or the situation.

3) Standard 2, Diagnosis: The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or issues.

4) Standard 3, Outcomes Identification: The registered nurse identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or the situation.

5) Standard 4, Planning: The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes.

6) Standard 5, Implementation: The registered nurse implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a healthy environment.

7) Standard 6, Evaluation: The registered nurse evaluates progress towards attainment of outcomes.

8) The RN II: Role models professional nursing practice and behavior. Participates or contributes to unit growth at unit meetings. Contributes to unit activities. Meets unit/divisional mandatory annual requirements.

9) The register nurse manages Nurse-Patient/Family relationships which may include advocacy, comfort, cultural competence and sensitivity, therapeutic communication, education and health care transition management.

10) The registered nurse meets all clinical practice safety and quality standards.

Required Work Experience:

1) Must have three (3) or more years of clinical experience

Preferred Work Experience:

1) None Listed

Skills and Competencies:

1) Baystate Health required competencies per department

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At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

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Education:

Bachelors Degree in Nursing, Diploma in Nursing (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.