Registered Nurse, Acute Care Trauma/Orthopedics- Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health - Worcester, MA

Part-time - Entry Level

Worcester, MA

10,001+ employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Registered Nurse in Acute Care Trauma/Orthopedics at UMass Memorial Health Care is responsible for delivering and managing patient care from admission to discharge. This per diem position requires flexibility in scheduling, with a mix of 4, 8, and 12-hour shifts based on unit needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure quality and continuity of care, while also supporting the education and development of staff.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the Nursing Process for the delivery and management of patient's care from Admission to Discharge.
• Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure.
• Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning.
• Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluates nursing care within assigned clinical setting.
• Documents patient care according to standard procedure.
• Develops, implements/coordinates and documents Education Plan for patient/family/significant other.
• Ensures quality and continuity of care through collaboration with other health care providers.
• Administers medications, performs treatments, therapies and operates equipment according to policy and procedure.
• Assists physician with treatment and procedures and special tests as required or directed.
• Participates in and supports Nursing Governance activities.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates the use of quality improvement in daily operations.

Requirements

• Current Massachusetts licensure and registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Completion of an accredited school of nursing program.
• BLS Certification is required unless ACLS certification is current.
• Thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing.

Benefits

• Signing bonus may be available depending on eligibility.