Registered Nurse - Thoracic ICU

The Registered Nurse at Brigham and Women's Hospital Thoracic ICU is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care. This role requires demonstrating initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs. The nurse assumes full responsibility for assessment, plan, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under a designated nurse manager.

Daily duties include organizing patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating plans for specific assignments, setting priorities for varying acuity levels, and maintaining continuity through clear communication. Nurses document care comprehensively, develop educational and discharge plans, and evaluate effectiveness while revising as needed. They ensure a safe environment, administer medications safely, and perform procedures efficiently using equipment properly.

In this collaborative environment, the nurse interacts professionally with patients, families, and colleagues, collaborating across disciplines and upholding the A.N.A. code of ethics as a role model. Participation in unit-based quality improvement programs and goal-setting for the unit is essential. Mass General Brigham supports high-performing teams in patient care, research, teaching, and community service.

Joining Mass General Brigham means contributing to groundbreaking medical discoveries as part of exceptional teams striving for outstanding care. Nurses actively engage in organizational quality management and provide safe care while utilizing universal precautions. This role offers the chance to experience being part of a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization.