Satellite Clinic Nurse - Women's Care - 32 hrs - Braintree
Company: Tufts Medical Center
Location: Braintree
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Description Tufts Medical Center is recognized by the
ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® for excellence in nursing. Magnet®
recognition is the highest and most prestigious credential a health
care organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality
patient care. Magnet® recognition signals to nurses that the
organization is committed to nursing. The nurses at Tufts Medical
Center are integral to everything we do. They are often the ones
patients interact with first, and sometimes the ones they interact
with the most. It’s a critically important role, so our nurses are
well-supported, well-respected, and very well-appreciated! There’s
an intensity and a pace to be embraced. You will have
responsibility and accountability the minute you pull on the
scrubs. You need to be the kind of person who gives everything
you've got. Our patients deserve the best. Our nurses give it to
them. Job Description The professional registered nurse possesses
and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and
management of patient care from admission through discharge. The
professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in
healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology,
pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient
safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and
family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative
environment among all health care providers. The professional
registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and
management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing
process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded
in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The
professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides
clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment
central to our patient and family centered model of care. PRINCIPLE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Nursing Process : Utilizes theoretical
and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their
families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate
care. Assess: Collaborates with patient, family/significant others
and other disciplines to identify expected outcomes based on
synthesis of data and diagnosis Identifies cultural needs (i.e.
language, etc. ) to develop a care plan that enhances the health
care experience Plan: Develops individualized outcomes-based care
plans incorporating the patient and family's readiness and barrier
to learning Orchestrates and validates a plan of care for each
shift Initiates interdisciplinary patient/family meetings to
facilitate communication regarding the plan of care Communicates
and coordinates the patients discharge plan utilizing unit-based
and community resources to ensure a seamless transition for the
patient and their family The plan of care utilizes principles and
concepts of project, organizational or systems management
Implement: Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner
Documents the implementation and any modifications, including
changes or omissions, of the identified plan Collaborates with
nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan Utilizes
evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the
diagnosis or problem Provides and coordinates health teaching which
is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an
optimal level of health Documents per hospital and regulatory
requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not
limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response
Evaluate: Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned strategies in
relation to patient responses and the attainment of expected
outcomes and knowledge The nurse uses the evaluation process to
update the plan of care as dictated by the patient response and/or
if desired outcomes have not been achieved Professional
Performance: Clinical Practice : The professional registered nurse
demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to
implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and
procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based
upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of
care is evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate
Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in
nursing care practices Demonstrates the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically
sensitive care to all patients and families Performs procedures and
treatments using nursing knowledge and judgment, according to
established unit/practice area guidelines and professional
standards Safely administers and assesses the patient response to
medication utilizing essential knowledge of pharmacology and
Hospital and Department Standards of Care Maintains clinical
competency with respect to technology and utilizes equipment in a
safe manner Performs as an advocate and as an educator for patients
and families Quality: The professional registered nurse provides
high quality in an efficient and a safe manner. The professional
nurse utilizes data trends to support and improve clinical
practice. Participates in hospital and/or unit based patient safety
and quality activities and uses principles to support and improve
patient outcomes (unit-based, hospital-wide, The Joint Commission,
NPSGs, NDNQI, Patient First and other local, state and federal
patient safety initiatives Participates in performance improvement
activities through data collection, analysis and evaluation
Champion for quality, safety, regulatory, and patient-family
satisfaction Collaboration: Facilitates cooperative and
collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and
departments to ensure effective quality patient care delivery
Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and
colleagues in order to create a positive and professional work
environment Supports collaboration with nursing colleagues and
other disciplines to implement plan of care by participation in
nursing, physician, and case management reporting rounds Delegates
responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles,
knowledge and capabilities Service Excellence: The professional
nurse influences others by establishing a climate for optimal
patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships, and
professional development. Treats both internal and external
customers with courtesy, respect and caring behavior Promotes a
safe, clean, therapeutic environment for patients, families and
staff Acknowledges cultural differences that exist among staff and
patients Identifies customer service needs on the unit Presents
self in a professional and calm manner Provides responsible and
efficient use of resources Professional Development: The
professional registered nurse participates in lifelong learning
activities that assist in developing and maintaining their
continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and
support achievement of their career goals. The professional
registered nurse maintains current licensure and adheres to the
Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act Assumes responsibility for
participating in educational opportunities to support and meet
clinical competency requirements Seeks out educational and
professional resources Develops professionally as a self-directed,
motivated learner May assume charge nurse functions in
collaboration with unit leadership Seeks out advanced certification
opportunities and ongoing education opportunities Precepts and
mentors newly hired staff and nursing students Investigates
available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice
and research into daily professional activities Provides leadership
at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and
communicator Promotes unit and organizational growth through a
shared governance model Communication: The professional registered
nurse seeks out and shares job related information that supports a
culture of respect and responsibility. Assumes responsibility and
ownership for professional conduct Accepts responsibility for
positive and productive communication skills Attends and actively
participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading
staff meeting minutes when not able to attend Accepts
responsibility for reading emails to keep current with unit and
hospital based information Qualifications JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide
care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of
aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in
each step of the care process. Ability to provide care for a
designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and
hospital policies, procedures and protocols. AGE SPECIFIC
COMPETENCIES Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the
age groups of the population served including: Knowledge of growth
and development Ability to interpret age specific data and response
to care Provide age appropriate communication EDUCATION Bachelors
Degree required, Bachelors Degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
BLS Certification required EXPERIENCE Prior Ambulatory OB and/or
GYN experience is required Certification in lactation or childbirth
education is strongly preferred LICENSE Current Massachusetts
Registered Nurse License PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking Lifts,
positions, pushes and/or transfer patients and equipment
Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching
Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily
substances, noise and possible exposure to radiation, lasers,
electric shock, etc. Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne
diseases and other transmissible infections Contact with patients
under wide variety of circumstances Subject to varying and
unpredictable situations Handle emergency and crisis situations
Subjected to irregular hours May have contact with hazardous
materials At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel
valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation
philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that
attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while
rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges
reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers
are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers
relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and
internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and
aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine
provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your
health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways
we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range : $34.79 - $43.49
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