Registered Nurse, RN – Emergency Department Job at Lowell General Hospital
This is an exceptional opportunity to work close to home in the Behavioral Health Unit of a fast-paced Emergency Department (ER) and to join a Magnet-recognized, community-based hospital that delivers on our promise to provide Complete Connected Care.
As a Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse you will care for patients ranging from adolescents to adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. You will work with a team that includes the nursing staff, Mental Health Tech, Emergency Services Providers, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide high quality compassionate care for patients in crisis. The Saints campus Emergency Department provides care for Behavioral Health patients in its 24-bed Emergency Department and in the 16-bed secure holding Behavioral Health area.
About Saints Campus Emergency Department, ER:
40,000 visits annually
24 licensed beds with an Ambulatory Care area
Certified Stroke Center
Primary Angioplasty Program with transfer protocol
Our ER uses a multidisciplinary team of staff including Registered Nurses, ED Techs, Mental Health Techs, Board Certified Emergency Department Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners including Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Respiratory Therapy, Phlebotomy, Radiology and CT Techs and Security staff. This position will provide care for Behavioral Health patients, as well as general ED patients.
Hours: Per Diem
Ask us about our updated shift differentials!
Qualifications ED Saints Campus:
RN with previous Behavioral Health, Psych experience required.
BSN preferred, BLS required, ACLS preferred
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with proficiency in verbal de-escalation
ED experience not required
About Lowell General Hospital:
Lowell General Hospital is an outstanding place to work. and offers amazing advancement opportunities for our staff. You can take part in our Clinical Advancement Program which recognizes nurses who consistently expand their roles by providing exceptional patient care. We have competitive salaries & benefits, shared governance, tuition reimbursement, clinical mobility tracks and free on-campus parking. Staff are encouraged to participate in our unit-based council or one of the many council opportunities.
Magnet Designation:
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd designation achieved in August 2020. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rd Magnet designation.
About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
About Tufts Medicine
A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.
Tufts Medicine / Lowell General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home — an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. Please note that effective October 1, 2021, as a condition of employment at Tufts Medicine, all employees and new hires must have received their complete dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, unless they have been granted an exemption. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.
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