Tufts Medicine has a Community RN Career Pathway plan that allows you to grow with us, no matter where you are in your nursing journey. This plan provides MelroseWakefield Hospital nurses with a roadmap for compensation and purposeful professional development based on their experience and career aspirations. Unit Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) in the ICU is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill patients in a 12-bed Intensive Care Unit at a community hospital. The RN will manage patients with complex medical conditions, often requiring mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and other advanced life support techniques. This role involves close collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities: Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care of critically ill patients. Monitor and interpret vital signs, recognizing abnormal patterns or trends, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition. Administer medications, including IV fluids, blood products, and other treatments, following established protocols and safety guidelines. Manage ventilators, infusion pumps, CVVH, and other ICU equipment. Provide comprehensive wound care, tube feedings, and other advanced nursing interventions. Maintain accurate, detailed patient records, including assessments, interventions, medications administered, and patient responses. Ensure all documentation meets hospital, state, and federal guidelines. Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team to formulate, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. Communicate effectively with patients' families, providing education and emotional support. Follow infection control guidelines, safety protocols, and best practices for patient care in a critical care environment. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and accreditation standards. Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize patient care, manage emergencies, and make timely decisions under pressure. Respond appropriately to cardiac and respiratory emergencies, including Code Blue situations. Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain nursing competencies in critical care. Mentor and assist in the orientation of new ICU nurses and nursing students. Qualifications: RN Massachusetts license required Associates required ACLS required BLS required Tele experience preferred Hours: 36 hours/week, Evening/Night Shift 7p-7a Every third weekend What We Offer: Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one 403(b) retirement plan with company match Tuition reimbursement Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking About MelroseWakefield Hospital: MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians. Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Healthcare’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents. About Tufts Medicine A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being. Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $40.53 - $51.67
Schedule This position is 36 hours per week on day/night rotation with rotating weekend shifts and holidays. Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders . In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Support duties: Provides basic care services to patients, but does not have an RN or LPN license. Positions in this nursing support work under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and may work under the direction of registered nurses depending on their unit. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education . Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation. Job Overview The Clinical Care Technician works under the supervision of a professional nurse and collaborates to meet the needs of the patient within the scope of the role. Th is role assists in direct patient care, provides environmental support , and facilitates patient safety on designated unit and other units as needed. S uccessfully complete s and maintain s competencies in role specific skills. P rovide s an environment supportive of the patient and family centered model of care. Job Description Minimum Qualifications : 1. High school diploma or equivalent . 2 . Basic Life Support (BLS) C ertification . Preferred Qualifications : 1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) . 2. Completion of Nursing Fundamentals in an accredited Nursing program . 3. One (1) year of related experience as a Nursing Assistant (NA), Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Critical Care Tech (CCT), or Patient Care Tech (PCT) . 4. Acute care experience. Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Assists the professional registered nurse in the functional care of patients, ensuring efficient and patient centered care appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. Performs delegated tasks and communicates all findings/concerns to the professional nurse. 2. Provides or assists patients with activities of daily living in a safe, efficient and respectful manner . Assists with patient care procedures as directed by the nurse, using proper body mechanics and ensuring patient dignity . 3. Greets patients, families, visitors and other staff according to service standards. Responds to patient and family requests promptly, seeking nurse’s supervision as needed . 4. Collects, records, and communicates the patient’s clinical data to the assigned nurse in a timely manner . 5. Prepares room for admission/transfer/discharge, assuring standardized equipment is ready for use . 6. Transports or accompanies patients as necessary to other areas of the hospital in an efficient, safe, and respectful manner . Acts as a sitter as requested by the nurse, adhering to the sitter guidelines, to ensure patient safety at all times . 7. Provides comfort measures such as positioning, changing linen, back rubs, etc. to patients in an efficient, safe, and respectful manner . 8. Promotes patient activity by assisting with mobility and range of motion exercises as assigned 9. Sets up for procedures as requested by nursing/medical staff . 10. Cleans and discards used equipment and supplies following procedures . 11. Collects specimens and performs specimen testing, while maintaining Standard Precautions; prepares specimens for the lab . 12. Responsible for care of biomedical equipment, checking par levels and working order for blood pressure cuffs, EKG cables, leads, oximeter cables, etc. Sends malfunctioning equipment to Medical Engineering per established procedure . 13. Cleans wounds and applies DSD after wound is assessed by nurse . 14. Performs 12 lead EKG . 15. Connects monitoring equipment to patients under the direction of the nurse . 15. Cares for patient belongings and c ompletes belongings list . 16. Primes intravenous tubing with solution containing no medication . 1 8 . Performs and documents patient’s admission, transfer, and discharge tasks as requested by the nurse . 19. Answers call lights and seeks appropriate personnel/action . Performs hourly rounding per established guidelines . Physical Requirements: 1. Lifting up to 30-35 lbs and turning patients . Prolonged standing and walking . Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting. 2 . Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation for performing procedures to operate computer keyboard . 3. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports . Skills & Abilities: 1. Ability t o read, write, and comprehend medical terminology . 2. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills . 3. Ab ility to work with detailed, confidential material . 4. Computer experience . 5. D emonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care . At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $20.12 - $25.15
Tufts Medicine has a new Community RN Career Pathway plan that allows you to grow with us, no matter where you are in your nursing journey. This plan provides Lowell General Hospital nurses with a roadmap for compensation and purposeful professional development based on their experience and career aspirations. Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse you will care for patients ranging from adolescents to adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. You will work with a team that includes the nursing staff, Mental Health Tech, Emergency Services Providers, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide high quality compassionate care for patients in crisis. The Saints campus Emergency Department provides care for Behavioral Health patients in its 24-bed Emergency Department and in the 16-bed secure holding Behavioral Health area. Lowell General Hospital is an outstanding place to work and offers amazing advancement opportunities for our staff. We have competitive salaries & benefits, shared governance, tuition reimbursement, clinical mobility tracks and free on-campus parking. Staff are encouraged to participate in our unit-based council or one of the many council opportunities. Unit Summary: 40,000 visits annually 24 licensed beds with an Ambulatory Care area Certified Stroke Center Primary Angioplasty Program with transfer protocol Our ER uses a multidisciplinary team of staff including: Registered Nurses, ED Techs, Mental Health Techs, Board Certified Emergency Department Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners including Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Respiratory Therapy, Phlebotomy, Radiology and CT Techs and Security staff. Hours: Per Diem Qualifications: RN with previous Behavioral Health, Psych experience is required. BSN preferred BLS required, ACLS preferred CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with proficiency in verbal de-escalation ED experience not required Current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing are required BSN is strongly preferred What We Offer: Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards Competitive salaries & benefits Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses. 403(b) retirement plan with company match Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities Tuition reimbursement Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking Magnet Designation: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd designation achieved in August 2020 . The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rd Magnet designation. About Lowell General: For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $37.50 - $56.41
Job Summary: Lowell General Hospital is an outstanding place to work and offers amazing advancement opportunities for our staff. We have competitive salaries & benefits, shared governance, tuition reimbursement, clinical mobility tracks and free on-campus parking. Staff are encouraged to participate in our unit-based council or one of the many council opportunities. Unit Summary: ICU- 1 is a 12 bed Intensive Care Unit that provides care for both medical and surgical critically ill patients, including cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, hematologic, OB, gastrointestinal, renal, vascular, and multi system diagnoses. Our patients may require hemodynamic or respiratory support, close hemodynamic monitoring, or intensive levels of nursing care. This may include patients requiring IABP, Impella devises, lysis, EKOS, TPA, hemodialysis, CRRT, PA lines, or 24 hour EEG monitoring. The ICU staff are offered ongoing bedside and classroom training, teaching, and educational opportunities. Newly hired nurses are currently utilizing AACN’s online training program ECCO as part of their on-boarding and training. Our goal is to deliver high quality patient care to every ICU patient. Hours: 36 hours per week, Night Shift, and every third weekend 6:45pm-7:15am Qualifications: • Critical care experience required • Able to read and interpret Tele strips independently • Must have excellent time management skills • RN candidates must be able to use electronic based charting systems. • BSN strongly preferred, Associate’s degree in nursing may be considered. Must enroll in BSN within year • Valid BLS and ACLS required, specialized certifications preferred What We Offer: Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards Competitive salaries & benefits Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses. 403(b) retirement plan with company match Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities Tuition reimbursement Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking About Lowell General: For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range :
Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse you will care for patients ranging from adolescents to adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. You will work with a team that includes the nursing staff, Mental Health Tech, Emergency Services Providers, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide high quality compassionate care for patients in crisis. The Saints campus Emergency Department provides care for Behavioral Health patients in its 24-bed Emergency Department and in the 16-bed secure holding Behavioral Health area. Lowell General Hospital is an outstanding place to work and offers amazing advancement opportunities for our staff. We have competitive salaries & benefits, shared governance, tuition reimbursement, clinical mobility tracks and free on-campus parking. Staff are encouraged to participate in our unit-based council or one of the many council opportunities. Unit Summary: 40,000 visits annually 24 licensed beds with an Ambulatory Care area Certified Stroke Center Primary Angioplasty Program with transfer protocol Our ER uses a multidisciplinary team of staff including: Registered Nurses, ED Techs, Mental Health Techs, Board Certified Emergency Department Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners including Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Respiratory Therapy, Phlebotomy, Radiology and CT Techs and Security staff. Hours: Per Diem Qualifications: RN with previous Behavioral Health, Psych experience is required. BSN preferred BLS required, ACLS preferred CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with proficiency in verbal de-escalation ED experience not required Current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing are required BSN is strongly preferred Associate’s degree in nursing may be considered. Must enroll in BSN within year What We Offer: Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards Competitive salaries & benefits Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses. 403(b) retirement plan with company match Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities Tuition reimbursement Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking About Lowell General: For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range :
