Nursing Jobs in Brewster, MA
$130,000 - $170,000 / year
Purpose of Position: Plans, organizes, budgets, directs and controls all activities of an assigned unit on a 24-hour, 7 day a week basis. Functions independently within broad scope of established policies and goals. Refers specific problems to the Vice President of Patient Care where clarification, interpretation, or exception to hospital policy, may be required. Description Manages overall operation of assigned unit and insures that needed and required policies, systems, procedures and standards are in effect and communicated to staff members on all shifts, and regularly reviews compliance through examination of records and reports, and discussion with supervisory and staff personnel. Challenges current working practices; identifies process improvement opportunities and presents recommendations and solutions to management. Engages and commits to the organization’s culture of continuous improvement by actively participating, supporting, and promoting CCHC Pillars of Excellence. Maintains current knowledge of Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory standards for assigned unit. Insures that policies and procedures are current, participates in inspections by Joint Commission, State Public Health representatives, makes corrections resulting from such surveys, and documents changes made and reports as required. Obtains legal policy advice as needed. Regularly updates knowledge of techniques and regulations appropriate to the age of the patients served on the particular nursing unit. Interviews, selects, orients, schedules and assigns unit personnel. Conducts performance evaluations of assigned personnel and contributes evaluation information on other personnel as appropriate. Conducts evaluations for new staff prior to completion of probationary period. Supervises and evaluates clinical activities of contracted licensed nurses working within their department and ensures contracted licensed nurses know current policies and procedures. Counsels employees, recommends various personnel actions, takes appropriate disciplinary action for infractions of policy, resolves conflicts among staff, and aids in resolution of grievances. Recommends positions and necessary staffing required, participates in preparation of unit operating and capital budgets, justifies need for additional staffing, reviews periodic performance reports to the budget, monitors patient charges and expenses, and maintains expenditures within allocated funds. Responsible for safety and comfort of patients and health and safety of employees and provides for orientation to and practice of emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans and procedures. Provides for orientation to and compliance with all infection control policies and procedures. Collaborates with hospital support services to provide a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors. Evaluates and sets standards for unit facilities and equipment, and monitors utilization of equipment, supplies and utilities. Promotes open communication within the unit, department and with other units and departments. Plans and conducts unit staff meetings. Provides input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures. Works with medical staff to coordinate medical and nursing management of patient care. Utilizes and promotes Quality Improvement standards and practice. Supervises nursing activities related to patient care and sets standards for accurate reporting and recording of patients' symptoms, reactions and progress. Organizes patient care and ensures continuity of care based on physician orders and knowledge of clinical nursing needs of patients. Evaluates patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, re-evaluation, observation, written documentation, and comparison to established standards. Administers nursing care to patients, as needed, to maintain clinical skills and to assess particular patient requirements. Serves as clinical resource person and assists Nursing personnel in assessing patient/family status to plan nursing care. Communicates with family members and health professionals regarding care of patients. Serves as patient advocate within guidelines found in the Patient Bill of Rights. Interprets philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures for personnel, patients, and the public. Provides for professional growth and development of nursing staff, encouraging formal and continuing education. Establishes climate conducive to meeting educational needs and efforts to unit. Provides direction to educational and teaching efforts of the department of the hospital. Cooperates with clinical instructors in planning, implementation and evaluation of clinical experience of affiliating students. Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and development needs; attends meetings, workshops and conventions to enrich personal knowledge, growth and skill in providing clinical care for patients. Serves as a resource to other units in clinical specialty. Serves on nursing committees, hospital committees, or professional nursing organizations. Fosters good public relations for unit, department and hospital. Assumes role of manager on designated weekends and holidays. Performs other work related management duties and activities as assigned or requested. Challenges current working practices identifies process improvement opportunities and presents recommendations and solutions to management. Engages and commits to the organization’s culture of continuous improvement by actively participating, supporting, and promoting CCHC Pillars of Excellence. Qualifications (RN) - Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Preferred) – A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification (ACLS) – Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (obtain within 30 days of position start, offered within) Minimum of three years’ experience in hospital nursing, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities (De-escalation) - Completion of an approved De-escalation Certification Course (obtain within 90 days, offered within) Schedule Details Full-Time, M-F, Occ. Evenings, Weekends, & Occ. Holidays (Mugar 5) Organization : Cape Cod Hospital Primary Location : Massachusetts-Hyannis Department : CCH-Mugar 5 Annual/Hourly: Annual - Based on Full Time Employment Hiring Pay Range: 130000 - 170000 
$100,000 - $135,000 / year
Purpose of Position: To provide professional nursing care and support for patients receiving treatments, examinations, evaluations, etc. General management of Urgent Care Facility. Responsible for day-to-day management and coordination of care, staffing, performance improvement and operational flow Description Coordinates care for patients in the Urgi-care setting. Coordinate activities to ensure that office operations conform to principles of good clinical care; create and monitor office systems that promote customer service and customer satisfaction and maximize center efficiency. Directly supervises employees of the Urgent Care Center. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selection and training employees; scheduling, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining/counseling employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Recommends personnel actions, addresses conflicts among staff and brings them to a resolution. Provide professional nursing care and support for center patients receiving treatments, examinations, evaluations, etc. Through the nursing process of assessment and evaluation while maintaining standards of professional nursing within the realm of departmental policy. Under the direct supervision of the Physician assist in providing nursing care to center patients. Triage and evaluate patients, obtain major complaints and brief medical history when necessary and take vital signs with complete chart documentation (including name, medical record #, allergies, current medications with routine update with each visit). Ensure staff provides quality safe care according to current standards of practice for administration of procedures/treatments/medications. Ensures staff documents according to entity/dept. guidelines Oversees the maintenance and filing for administrative and patient records and correspondence, as well as inter and intradepartmental correspondence, reports, etc. in accordance with accepted office practices and procedures. Coordinate and monitor billing operations. Maintains medical records; ensures compliance with policies and procedures and acceptable medical record keeping practices. Assists in the preparation of medical records for utilization review. Ensures that incoming calls are handled in an efficient, customer friendly manner, managing the flow of calls to proper staff members, maintain the messaging system. Oversees daily mail operations, as appropriate. Purchases equipment and materials required for the day-to-day operations of center; overall responsibility for coordinating building maintenance. Insure proper level of stock and maintenance of necessary supplies, equipment, precautionary cart and pharmaceuticals weekly Prepares administrative and management reports, correspondence. Conducts special projects and related activities for the practice as requested. To maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information. Serve as an advocate and provide a safe and secure environment. Participate in identification of the important aspects of care for each patient, the identification of indicators used to monitor the quality and appropriateness of care. Assess personal and learning developmental needs and act as a resource person. Conduct staff meetings and other activities which promote the growth and developmental of nursing and patient care. All other duties as assigned or necessary. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects MACC’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service. Qualifications BSN, Current RN Licensure in MA 3 - 4 years of clinical experience in emergency, critical care or urgi care settting. Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience Proficient in computer applications. Strong communication and interpersonal skills required. Current Basic Life Support Certification. Schedule Details Full-Time, Mon-Fri, 8a-4p, Occasional Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays Organization : Medical Affiliates of Cape Cod Primary Location : Massachusetts-Hyannis Department : MAC-UrgiAdmin-General Annual/Hourly: Annual - Based on Full Time Employment Hiring Pay Range: 100000 - 135000 $130,000 - $150,000 / hour
Join an innovative and collaborative Team at Windsor Skilled Nursing and Rehab. The Director of Nursing is responsible for planning, organizing, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility. Benefits: Weekly Pay, Day 1 low-cost benefits, 403B retirement plan, Generous PTO, and Career advancement opportunities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Direct, oversee and evaluate all nursing personnel. Guide staffing procedures Set objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards Control budgets and monitor expenditures Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed Manage record-keeping procedures Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations Report to upper management Qualifications: Holds current RN nursing license in accordance with State regulation Five years Long Term care experience preferred. 2-3 years of nursing management experience preferred. 2-3 years of nursing management experience preferred. Acute hospital medical/surgical experience desirable. Windsor, has been part of the community since 1975, providing area families with top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way to reduce hospital readmissions and achieve exceptional outcomes. Count on our award-winning team for short-term rehab and recovery, long-term skilled nursing care, adult day health, and restorative care.