Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Category: Registered Nurse
Department: Hospital Based SUD Services
Job Type: Per Diem On Call
Union Name: MNA Cambridge
Length Of Shift(s) In Hours: 7
Shift Start + End Times: 8am-3pm
Hours/Week: 0.00
Weekend Requirements: No
Holiday Requirements: No
On Call Requirements: Yes
Department Description
Cambridge Health Alliance has expanded its substance use disorder services with the opening of the Bridge Clinic at The Cambridge Hospital. As a dedicated low-barrier and harm reduction clinic, we provide treatment for patients needing immediate attention and those who could benefit from additional clinical services. We are now growing our team to support our expanded operating hours.
Summary
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing patient care in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. The RN demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and directly reports to a designated nurse manager and/or clinical manager / off shift manager.
Qualifications:
- BSN preferred
- Current or conditional MA RN Licensure
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) for Healthcare Providers BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required
- Interest or experience in mental health, acute services, and/or substance use disorders preferred
- Portuguese, Spanish, or Haitian Creole-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply
- In addition, newly hired candidates are required to successfully complete a job specific physical agility test
Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.
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