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Tufts Medicine Clinical Nurse - RN - Physician Practice in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Come join our team! Busy obstetrical and gynecological practice, providing care for those seeking routine gynecologic care, those ready to start a family, and those nearing menopause. The Clinical Nurse performs/supervises in a designated area according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. The professional clinical nurse practices in accordance with the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association scope and Standards of Practice, Quality Caring framework and professional practice model at Lowell General Hospital. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care. Physician Practice Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Triage and interpret patient information and make critical decisions about needed actions. Provides clinical guidance to non-clinical staff members regarding patients.
Offers advice of medication and home health to patients/family after exam or minor procedures in office.
Assist in preparing patients for routine diagnostic procedures and performing screening test (urine dipstick, pregnancy test, rapid strep).
Administer medication and vaccinations, dress wounds, assist with minor surgeries at providers discretion.
Coordinates care, in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals.
Submits documentation in a timely, accurate, legible and concise manner.
Demonstrates flexibility in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts. Will help cover at other employed physician practices as necessary.
Skills/Knowledge/Ability:
MA RN license
Cardiology experience required
BLS and ACLS required
Thorough medical knowledge in cardiology, critical care and adult medicine.
Adept at IV placement.
Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent/stressful situations.
Maintain patient confidentiality
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries & benefits
403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
Opportunities for growth
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-campus parking
About Lowell General Hospital:
Lowell General Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Greater Lowell area and surrounding communities. With two primary campuses located in Lowell, Massachusetts, we are the second-largest community hospital in Massachusetts. We have the latest state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical and surgical services for patients, from newborns to seniors.
Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.