RN Medical Surgical-VNA - Southcoast Health System, Inc.
Fairhaven, MA 02719
About the Job
Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 6 years in a row!
Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
We are searching for a talented RN Medical Surgical - VNA
Hours: 40hrs
Shift: Day/Evening Shift, 10:00am - 6:00pm with weekend and holiday rotation; every 4th weekend and holiday, and every 6th Saturday
Location: Southcoast Business Center - Fairhaven, MA
A career at Southcoast Health offers you:
- A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Earned Time Off Package**
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- 403B Retirement Plan with company match
- Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities:Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee and within agency and department policies and procedures, establish the standards of practice for the Staff Nurse which are based upon the American Nurses� Association of Standards of Home Health Nursing Practice. Assess and care for patients with various health problems ranging in severity. Work in cooperation with individual patients, caregivers and ancillary staff. Advise regarding various modalities to meet patient wellness and illness needs including medication, nutrition, exercise and technical nursing treatments. Teach and support various positive self-care activities including problem solving and treatment alternatives.Qualifications:- Graduate of a National League for Nursing accredited school is required.
- A Bachelors Degree in Nursing is preferred.
- Minimum of one-year hospital medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience is required.
- Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that is appropriate to the population of patients served.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
- Current RN Licensure is required in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) & CPR certification is also required.
- Home Care Experience preferred
- Strong clinical skills and can work independently.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired
