Summary:

　　Responsible for the provision of basic nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with current BNH Standards of Care. Administers and monitors therapeutic interventions proficiently. Demonstrates proficiency in applying the nursing process to assigned patients and families. Assumes accountability for the outcomes of nursing care. Provides direct supervision to other health team members in the implementation of the patient care plan. Effectively delegates care to peers, Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Orderlies and other direct care givers consistent with their level of education and expertise. Acts as an advocate for patients/families/significant others. Assumes accountability for own professional practice and for aspects of nursing care delegated to others. Practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing. Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and stressful patient situations. Consistently positive performance appraisals in key areas of function and interpersonal skills. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time. Evidence of a commitment to professional growth through participation in continuing education. Completes mandatory unit, Patient Care Division, and hospital wide in-services and requirements

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　1) Assessment: The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or the situation

　　2) Diagnosis: The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine issue

　　3) Outcome identification: The registered nurse identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation.

　　4) Planning: The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes stratagies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes

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

　　6) Evaluation: The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

　　7) The registered nurse manages nurse-patient/family relationships which may include advocacy, comfort, cultural competence and sensitivity, therapeutic communication, education, and health care transition management.

　　8) The registered nurse meets all practice/safety, HCAHPS and quality standards

　　You Belong At Baystate

　　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.

　　DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

　　Education:

　　Bachelor of Nursing Degree, Diploma in Nursing (Required)

　　Certifications:

　　Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Other, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Other, Registered Nurse - State 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.

　　Ab out Baystate Health

　　Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware:

　　Baystate Medical Center in Springfield

　　Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center)

　　Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield

　　Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer

　　Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield