REGISTERED NURSE NURSING HOME

The RN is responsible for assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Depending on the employer, the RN may work in an acute care hospital, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, outpatient clinic, assisted living facility, or long-term care setting.

Registered Nurse (RN) –Job DescriptionLocation: Chelsea, MA
Department: Nursing / Patient Care
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem
Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, or Rotating Shifts
Reports To: Nurse Manager / Director of NursingJob SummaryThe Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care in accordance with established clinical standards, physician orders, facility policies, and Massachusetts nursing regulations. The RN is responsible for assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The RN promotes patient safety, quality outcomes, and compassionate care while ensuring compliance with applicable healthcare standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and evaluate patients'physical, emotional, and clinical needs.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans based on patient conditions and treatment goals.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and prescribed treatments in accordance with provider orders and facility protocols.
• Monitor vital signs, laboratory results, symptoms, and changes in patient condition.
• Recognize signs of clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate nursing interventions and emergency responses.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Supervise and delegate appropriate duties to nursing assistants and other support staff in accordance with Massachusetts regulations and facility policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, disease prevention, and discharge instructions.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and continuity-of-care planning.
• Implement infection prevention practices, medication safety procedures, and patient identification protocols.
• Monitor patient responses to treatments and communicate concerns promptly to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements and facility policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and patient safety programs.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate interventions within the RN scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Current, active Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved nursing program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, as required by the employer.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, if required for the position or specialty.
• Previous nursing experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, outpatient clinic, or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medication administration, infection prevention, patient safety, and nursing documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to professional ethics, patient advocacy, and compassionate nursing care.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a healthcare facility in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Depending on the employer, the RN may work in an acute care hospital, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, outpatient clinic, assisted living facility, or long-term care setting. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime.Compensation and BenefitsCompensation is determined by the employer, experience, qualifications, specialty, and employment status. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, shift differentials, and professional development opportunities.Equal Employment OpportunityThe employer provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and complies with applicable federal and Massachusetts employment laws.Application RequirementsApplicants should submit a résumé, verification of current Massachusetts RN licensure, relevant certifications, and professional references as requested by the hiring organization. Background checks and other employment screenings may be required.