VASCULAR SURGERY STEP DOWN UNIT NURSE IN CHARGE - BWH
Apply NowCompany: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston, MA 02115
Description:
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
Job Summary
Summary
The Nurse in Charge (NIC) is a designated clinical leader for a given patient care area who works collaboratively with the Nursing Director (ND)and Assistant Nurse Director (AND) in planning and implementing patient care at the service/department level. The nurse in charge is accountable for cost-effective decision making regarding daily assignment of staff, use of supplies, and day to day operational decision making. The NIC participates in the clinical patient care standard development, evaluation of outcomes and development of improvement initiatives. The NIC participates in the assessment of staff performance through contribution to individual staff performance reviews. The NIC is accountable for identifying competency issues and participating in the development and implementation of the plan for performance improvement. The NIC reports to the Nursing Director.
At the Brigham, we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and the Department of Nursing are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum or human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
For all NICs hired into positions posted on or after April 1, 2000:
Current Massachusetts license. Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.
For external applicants: Bachelors or master's in nursing required.
For internal applicants: Bachelors or master's in nursing preferred. If not, must be enrolled or enroll in a program leading to a bachelor's or master's in Nursing within one (1) year from being appointed to NIC position and must complete such program no later than six (6) years after commencing employment as a NIC.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Patient Care
Plans, implements and evaluates the patient care delivery system of the given area. Assigning patient care based upon patient acuity, staff qualifications and unit standards. Maintains clinical expertise and serves as a role model while delivering direct patient care.
Recommends changes in staff mix needed based upon the needs of patients, methods of delivery of care, and budget allowances on a daily and annual basis.
Quality of Care
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or care improvement programs.
Identifies and participates in the development of new standards of care to ensure optimal outcomes for various patient populations.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Promotes collaborative relationships between nursing staff and other departments.
Serves as a resource to staff in the interpretation and implementation of Hospital and Nursing policies and procedures.
Collaborates with the Nursing Director and Assistant Nurse -director in planning staff meeting agendas. Facilitates staff attendance, communication, and clarification of agenda items.
Incorporates peer consultation in clinical practice.
Works collaboratively with faculty to provide clinical experience for students.
Facilitates staff attendance at in-services and educational programs.
-Budget
Makes recommendations for personnel, capital expenditures and supply par levels to meet patient needs.
Communicates variance of established staffing and supply budgets to ANM and ND.
-Personnel
Monitors adherence to standards of practice (unit-based standards and practice guidelines) and provides immediate feedback to staff as appropriate to unit-based standards and practice guidelines.
Provides ND and AND with specific performance information for staff evaluation and goal setting.
Provides input into recommendation of staff selection and promotion.
-Professional Development of Nursing Staff
Collaborates with the leadership team on an ongoing basis to assist Nursing staff in the development of professional goals and an action plan to achieve them.
Participates in the identification of both unit based and individual staff educational needs.
Collaborates in development, implementation, and evaluation of orientation activities.
Fosters a climate of clinical and professional excellence.
Participates in educational offerings to assure ongoing clinical and interpersonal competence utilizing state of the art practice.
-Research
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting efforts of investigators.
Participates in nursing and/or medical research through data collection.
Maintains knowledge of current research findings in given specialty areas.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
5 years of experience in nursing with directly related clinical experience, and vascular experience and demonstrated leadership ability required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the assigned area.
- Utilizes current concepts of nursing practice in the management of patient care.
- Demonstrates the skills necessary to assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to organize, coordinate, and participate in the evaluation of care delivery.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and leadership skills necessary to promote effective working relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates the ability to deal effectively with stress relating to the changing organizational climate, personnel and patient care issues.
- Demonstrates effective skills in applying hospital standards in the areas of service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended and certification in specialty areas is encouraged.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
40 hour night shift Nurse in Charge
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
70 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
Job Summary
Summary
The Nurse in Charge (NIC) is a designated clinical leader for a given patient care area who works collaboratively with the Nursing Director (ND)and Assistant Nurse Director (AND) in planning and implementing patient care at the service/department level. The nurse in charge is accountable for cost-effective decision making regarding daily assignment of staff, use of supplies, and day to day operational decision making. The NIC participates in the clinical patient care standard development, evaluation of outcomes and development of improvement initiatives. The NIC participates in the assessment of staff performance through contribution to individual staff performance reviews. The NIC is accountable for identifying competency issues and participating in the development and implementation of the plan for performance improvement. The NIC reports to the Nursing Director.
At the Brigham, we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and the Department of Nursing are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum or human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
For all NICs hired into positions posted on or after April 1, 2000:
Current Massachusetts license. Graduate of an approved School of Nursing.
For external applicants: Bachelors or master's in nursing required.
For internal applicants: Bachelors or master's in nursing preferred. If not, must be enrolled or enroll in a program leading to a bachelor's or master's in Nursing within one (1) year from being appointed to NIC position and must complete such program no later than six (6) years after commencing employment as a NIC.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Patient Care
Plans, implements and evaluates the patient care delivery system of the given area. Assigning patient care based upon patient acuity, staff qualifications and unit standards. Maintains clinical expertise and serves as a role model while delivering direct patient care.
Recommends changes in staff mix needed based upon the needs of patients, methods of delivery of care, and budget allowances on a daily and annual basis.
Quality of Care
Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality management and/or care improvement programs.
Identifies and participates in the development of new standards of care to ensure optimal outcomes for various patient populations.
-Coordination/Collaboration
Promotes collaborative relationships between nursing staff and other departments.
Serves as a resource to staff in the interpretation and implementation of Hospital and Nursing policies and procedures.
Collaborates with the Nursing Director and Assistant Nurse -director in planning staff meeting agendas. Facilitates staff attendance, communication, and clarification of agenda items.
Incorporates peer consultation in clinical practice.
Works collaboratively with faculty to provide clinical experience for students.
Facilitates staff attendance at in-services and educational programs.
-Budget
Makes recommendations for personnel, capital expenditures and supply par levels to meet patient needs.
Communicates variance of established staffing and supply budgets to ANM and ND.
-Personnel
Monitors adherence to standards of practice (unit-based standards and practice guidelines) and provides immediate feedback to staff as appropriate to unit-based standards and practice guidelines.
Provides ND and AND with specific performance information for staff evaluation and goal setting.
Provides input into recommendation of staff selection and promotion.
-Professional Development of Nursing Staff
Collaborates with the leadership team on an ongoing basis to assist Nursing staff in the development of professional goals and an action plan to achieve them.
Participates in the identification of both unit based and individual staff educational needs.
Collaborates in development, implementation, and evaluation of orientation activities.
Fosters a climate of clinical and professional excellence.
Participates in educational offerings to assure ongoing clinical and interpersonal competence utilizing state of the art practice.
-Research
Contributes to nursing and/or medical research endeavors by supporting efforts of investigators.
Participates in nursing and/or medical research through data collection.
Maintains knowledge of current research findings in given specialty areas.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
5 years of experience in nursing with directly related clinical experience, and vascular experience and demonstrated leadership ability required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the assigned area.
- Utilizes current concepts of nursing practice in the management of patient care.
- Demonstrates the skills necessary to assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to organize, coordinate, and participate in the evaluation of care delivery.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and leadership skills necessary to promote effective working relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates the ability to deal effectively with stress relating to the changing organizational climate, personnel and patient care issues.
- Demonstrates effective skills in applying hospital standards in the areas of service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time/priority management.
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended and certification in specialty areas is encouraged.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
40 hour night shift Nurse in Charge
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
70 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.