Unit Summary:

This unit cares primarily for adult acute care patients who have a wide variety of diagnosis and co-morbidities. Patients most commonly have cardiac and medical conditions but may also be post-surgical. Common medical diagnoses are chest pain, pneumonia, renal failure, COPD, CHF, atrial fibrillation, GI bleed and syncope. Post pacemaker and Cardiac Cath/PCI patients can be placed here as well. These patients require telemetry monitoring.

Medical 5 encourages staff involvement in shared governance and continued professional growth. It has been recognized as the Daisy Team of the Year. This unit includes a variety of new graduates and experienced nurses who collaborate with multidiscipline to provide high quality care.

39-bed Med Surg/Tele Unit

Per-Diem

Qualifications:

• RN Massachusettslicense required

• Associates required

• BLS preferred

• BLS required

• ACLS is preferred but not required

• Tele experience preferred but not required

• IV experience preferred but not required

Hours: Per Diem

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries benefits that start on day one

• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Clinical mobility tracks

• Free on-campus parking
  

About MelroseWakefield Hospital:

MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Healthcares commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - were 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, youll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your familys well-being.

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