Job description

The Department of Public Health - Tewksbury Hospital is seeking caring and compassionate RNs to work 32 hours per week on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.

Please note: After Nursing Orientation, these positions are 32 hours per week on assigned shift. Required to work every other weekend; other days off as assigned.

Shifts: 1st shift: 6:45 am - 3:15 pm; 2nd shift: 2:45pm - 11:15pm- 3rd shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am

Biweekly Base Rate Salary Range does not reflect shift differential.

General Summary of RN II/Staff Nurse Duties (these are a general summary and not all-inclusive):

• The RN II/Staff Nurse provides direct care to patients between 20 - 100+ years of age with chronic and acute medical illness often with co-morbid mental illness/behavioral challenges.
• Must assess, plan, implement and evaluate the direct and indirect care needs of patients.
• Collaborates and cooperates with all disciplines in development of an inclusive plan of care for patients.
• Provides direction and supervision to other staff.
• Provides meaningful documentation including Patient Assessment, Plan of Care, Progress Notes, Discharge referrals and other required “charting” to maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Accurately communicates information about patients to appropriate health care professionals (M.D., Social Service, Dietary; other nursing staff, etc).
• Participates in patient care and unit conferences, quality improvement activities, and change of shift patient reports.
• Prepares appropriate assignments for nursing personnel based on patient needs and staff skills; assists in the orientation of new personnel.
• Accepts clinical assignments, hours of work, charge and staff responsibilities. Understands and initiates rules and regulations which govern fire, bomb threat and disaster.
• Serves on Nursing and Hospital committees as requested, and attends required educational seminars to maintain licensure, and other workshops and seminars to enhance own professional development.

COMMONWEALTH PROVIDES: Along with a competitive salary, you will also particpate in one of the best benefit packages anywhere. Including:

• 75% state paid medical insurance premium
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low cost basic and optional life insurance
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Incentive-based Wellness Programs
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Employer Referral Bonus Program of $2500
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

About Tewksbury Hospital: Tewksbury Hospital operates a 370-bed facility and a campus of over 700 acres of land. Its patient care services are provided under the auspices of the Department of Public Health and Mental Health. Joint Commission accredited LTAC hospital that provides high quality, comprehensive treatment, care, and comfort to adults with chronic medical and mental illness. A full range of services are provided including 24/7 Nursing, Nurse Practitioners, Medicine as well as psychiatric and psychological services, a 6- bed dialysis unit, clinical laboratory, radiology, respiratory care, nutrition, speech/language, pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, therapeutic recreation and arts, and pharmacy.

Learn more:https://www.mass.gov/locations/tewksbury-hospital

Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit: http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,500.00 - $114,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Physical setting:

• Inpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly schedule:

• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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