Nurse Resident, 6 Central, Medical Surgical Organ Transplant, 36 hours, Nights
The Nurse Resident role at Confidential Client is an entry-level nursing position focused on providing safe, compassionate, and culturally competent care to medical surgical and organ transplant patients under supervision. The position includes participation in a Nurse Residency Program to develop clinical judgment, leadership, and evidence-based nursing skills while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes in a hospital setting.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Nurse Resident to join the Medical Surgical / Organ Transplant unit (6 Central). This position participates in a structured Nurse Residency Program and provides supervised direct patient care on a 36-hour per week night schedule.
- Provide safe, patient-centered nursing care under RN supervision using the nursing process.
- Complete systematic assessments of patients and families and implement age-appropriate care plans.
- Develop culturally competent plans of care and evaluate outcomes; revise plans as needed.
- Administer medications and treatments per policy and under supervision.
- Coordinate care and delegate to assistive personnel when appropriate.
- Participate in unit-based education, competency testing, and quality improvement activities.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team; act as a patient advocate.
- Engage in clinical learning, self-reflection, and evidence-based practice during the residency year.
Responsibilities (Key Accountabilities)
- Demonstrate clinical judgment and decision-making consistent with entry-level nurse expectations.
- Establish professional relationships with patients, families, and clinical colleagues.
- Support clinical team functioning and contribute to a safe, ethical practice environment.
- Maintain mandatory trainings, including emergency skills and unit competencies.
- Participate in the Nurse Residency Program and follow guidance from Nurse Leadership regarding clinical and educational time.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- BSN preferred.
Licensure / Certification
- Current license to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required; graduating students must provide NCLEX registration documentation when eligible.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience
- 0–1 years of related nursing experience (entry-level).
- Basic computer literacy; comfort with web-based applications.
Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated clinical skills consistent with unit competencies.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Commitment to learning, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
Work Schedule & Compensation
- Schedule: 36 hours per week — Nights.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Pay Range: $37.00 per hour (base). Actual pay may vary based on experience, certifications, shift differentials, and applicable law. Additional premium pay practices (e.g., overtime, call pay) may apply per policy.
Organizational & Compliance Requirements
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Confidential Client policies.
- Adhere to organizational standards of behavior, policies, and the ANA Code of Ethics.
- Complete mandatory education and competency assessments.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Confidential Client requires annual influenza vaccination as a condition of employment (where permitted by law) and complies with applicable immunization and workplace safety laws.
Why Join (Recruiter Note)
As a Nurse Resident you’ll:
- Enter a structured Nurse Residency Program that supports transition to practice.
- Gain focused clinical supervision, education and mentorship on a specialty transplant / medical-surgical unit.
- Work on a team committed to professional development and high-quality patient care.
About the Role Location
This opening is for a position located in Burlington, MA. Local licensure and credentialing per Massachusetts Board of Registration are required.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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