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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Registered Nurse - ICU

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 13
Part-timeUnited StatesIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required.
  • An active Massachusetts registered nurse license is required.
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Basic Life Support certifications are required.
  • At least two years of current telemetry experience is required for candidates considered without the preferred intensive care unit experience.
  • All staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver direct nursing care and make informed clinical judgments for all patient populations.
  • Develop and implement individualized patient care plans following hospital standards, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Maintain strict adherence to patient identification, confidentiality, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements.
  • Assess, administer, and monitor patient responses to medications and therapies, intervening as appropriate.
  • Assess, treat, and document pain.
  • Admit, transfer, and discharge patients efficiently and accurately.
  • Document care thoroughly and timely in accordance with hospital and departmental policies.
  • Order, obtain, and accurately label specimens following patient identification protocols.
  • Coordinate with ancillary departments to support comprehensive patient care.
  • Act as a patient advocate and communicate with the care team and families.
  • Uphold Clinical Nursing I and II competencies.
  • Follow infection control standards, including hand hygiene, isolation precautions, sterile technique, and safe biohazard handling.
  • Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure proper disposal of materials.
  • Recognize and respond promptly to emergency or crisis situations.
  • Adhere to regulatory standards, including Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Fire Code requirements.
  • Maintain required licensure, certifications, and mandatory education.
  • Participate in ongoing clinical education and skills development.
  • Engage in unit-based quality and patient-safety initiatives.
  • Collaborate with peers to promote a professional, supportive work environment.
  • Share knowledge with colleagues, students, and novice staff in a collegial manner.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least one year of intensive care unit experience is preferred.
  • Intravenous skills are preferred.

About the Company

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) serves as a teaching hospital in Boston affiliated with Harvard Medical School, offering a wide range of medical services across inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and urgent care. Its care model centers on delivering high-quality medical treatment to patients, supported by patient access initiatives like OpenNotes, which lets patients view clinicians’ notes online to improve understanding and engagement in their care. The hospital also supports education and research through its affiliation with Harvard, attracting funding for studies and training programs. BIDMC differentiates itself through its patient-centered approach, active patient engagement tools, and a broad network of urgent care centers and outpatient services that extend access to healthcare. The goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, evidence-based medical care while advancing medical education and research.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$5.4M
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Founded
1996

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