We are seeking per diem RNs in several departments
The MetroWest Medical Center is the largest healthcare system between Worcester and Boston and is committed to meeting the health care needs of the MetroWest region by providing advanced care with a community touch. The 319-bed regional health care system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center.We are currently seeking experienced RNs to work on a per diem basis in the following departments:OncologyChild Development Unit Emergency Med/SurgTelemetryBehavioral UnitGeriatric Treatment Unit Case ManagementICU/CCUPediatricsFloat PoolUnder general supervision of the Nursing Director, the RN performs duties to ensure quality patient care through the health care continuum. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:1. CLINICAL PRACTICE: Performs all aspects of clinical practice according to standards of care, including, but not limited to: assessment, planning, implementing, evaluation, intervention, organization of work, priority setting, decision making, follow-up, activities of daily living. 2. LEADERSHIP: Delegates tasks to subordinates to ensure efficient and effective work flow. Provides input into hiring and evaluations and participates in the interviewing process. Resolves conflicts. Ensures proper staffing patterns according to established nurse-patient ratios. Assures current and quality nursing practice is maintained through participating in and keeping informed of unit/Hospital committees, staff meetings and other related activities. May serve as charge person. 3. DOCUMENTATION: Maintains thorough and complete documentation according to established legal and Hospital guidelines. Transcribes and inputs physician orders accurately and in a timely manner, using the nurse order entry system. 4. COMMUNICATION: Communicates and collaborates with all health team members, patients, and families effectively. Ensures patient care needs are met in a timely manner and follow through is initiated and/or completed. May act as a patient advocate. 5. EDUCATION: Keeps current with nursing skills, equipment, and unit specific knowledge. Provides patient/family teaching, may act as a preceptor, assists with the professional development of the unit. JOB REQUIREMENTS:-Current RN licensure in Massachusetts-BS Degree in Nursing preferred-A minimum of 2 years of RN experience-Great interpersonal skills, team playerMetroWest Medical Center offers a very competitive pay rate and benefits package. Free parking.