SUMMARY:

Cleans and maintains assigned areas of the hospital in a sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sweeps and mops floor areas, vacuums/spot cleans carpets using appropriate solution; arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion after cleaning assigned areas.
• Routinely climbs ladder to hang cubicle/window drapes, or reach high areas for other cleaning purposes.
• Accurately selects cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure; loads service cart and transports to work area.
• Competently operates various types of equipment, both mechanical and electrical (i.e., buffers, scrubbers). Reports malfunctions immediately.
• Routinely collects medical waste as established by Infection Control Committee.
• Demonstrates responsibility for maintaining floors by sweeping, mopping, applying floor finishes/polishing; strips floors of finish as required.
• Demonstrates responsibility for arranging and moving furniture as requested.
• Demonstrates thoroughness in cleaning assigned areas by washing furnishings, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease.
• Thoroughly washes walls, ceilings, and inside windows using appropriate solutions; washes outside windows and screens as required.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner at all times.
• Properly completes patient room/discharge cleaning according to departmental and infection control policies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: in-services, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services and/or reviews documentation as required.
• Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
• Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.
• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
• Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent related work experience.

Pay Range: 

$19.53-$28.52

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

24hrs days EOH/EOW 7:00am to 3:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:

Under supervision and following established procedures, performs a variety of heavy cleaning duties in order to maintain the hospital in an orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition for patients, personnel, and visitors.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must have classroom and on the job training of floor, carpet, upholstery, waste disposal, operating room and chemical handling procedures and learn proper operation and cleaning of E.S.D. equipment.
• Shampoos carpets, upholstery and refinishes floors following E.S.D. procedures, using manual and motorized devices.
• Dusts high vents, lights, pipes, lockers, ceilings and washes window glass throughout the hospital complex using ladders or other safety devices.
• Cleans miscellaneous items such as wastebaskets, television sets, fans, rubber mats, etc.
• Washes disinfects all sinks, toilets, floors, urinals, bedpan racks, bathtubs, showers in hospital lavatories.
• Services and refills all soap and paper dispensers.
• Washes walls either manually or using mechanical devices.
• Prepares all burn and Radiation (I-131) rooms by laying protective covering.
• Cleans dust, washes and disinfects, from top to bottom, all beds, mattresses, sleeping carts through out the hospital complex.
• Picks up and disposes of rubbish and soiled linen from patient floors and deposits down chute, transports to laundry or places in rubbish truck as appropriate.
• Removes rubbish from rubbish chute room, transports heavy rubbish via trash carts for disposal of waste, boxes waste when required, boxes chemo waste, makes chemical pick-up when needed.
• Washes rubbish chute rooms top to bottom with a pressure sprayer.
• Washes rubbish trucks using the truck washer or manually with a water hose.
• Performs minor services to trucks such as replace screws and grease wheels.
• Operates bailer equipment for bailing boxes and transporting recycle totes to trailer.
• Washes or spot cleans walls and polishes woodwork, all furniture, brass fittings and stainless steel elevator doors, kick plates, etc.
• Removes and transports animal waste and soiled linens to rubbish truck.
• Transports mattresses, office and patient room furniture, including beds, cribs, folding tables, etc. as necessary.
• May assist nursing personnel in moving beds and patient furniture for various reasons.
• Cleans dirt, snow and salt from sidewalks and entrances to all buildings on the hospital complex using manual or powered equipment tools.
• Cleans entrance mats, applies salt to entrances as needed and assists Facilities Management grounds crew during inclement weather.
• Changes cubicle curtains and draperies.
• Removes and washes window blinds and makes repairs to same.
• Cleans, from top to bottom, all construction areas after renovations are completed.
• Required to carry and use a beeper or a two-way radio upon request.
• Assists supply clerks in supply room or equipment room.
• Services batteries on all battery operated devices.
• Makes conference room set-ups for meetings, parties, etc.
• Performs the duties of supply clerks during their absence.
• Takes laundry linen inventory by physically counting pieces of linen and documenting results on appropriate forms.
• May perform Housekeeping Aide I and Laundry Aide II duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or group leader
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has the ability to follow instruction and observe safety precautions.
• Has the ability to prepare solutions according to procedure.
• Has the ability to assemble cleaning equipment such as mops, dusters, vacuum cleaners, mop buckets and ringers.
• Has the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English, as well as ability to count numbers.
• Has the ability to operate, control and clean motorized and manual equipment that is required to perform E.S.D. tasks.
• Has the ability to perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Environmental Department and Fleet Risk Control policies and procedures.
• Has the physical ability to lift, carry or push equipment such as floor buffers, wet vacuums, wall-washing machine, automatic floor-washing machine, carpet cleaning equipment, rubbish carts and linen carts, transport patients, office furniture, climb ladders and shovel show.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one to three months on the job training plus formal and on going classroom training.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Continuous walking, standing, carrying, pushing trash carts weighting up to 400 pounds, stooping, lifting, climbing ladders and stairs, and heavy lifting.
• Some exposure to unpleasant odors in the work area, as well as contaminated items and strong cleaning solutions.
• Some hazards from improperly disposed needles and glass.
• Exposure to all types of weather conditions.
• Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety precautions.
  

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7a-3:30p e/o w/e & hol.

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under supervision and following established procedures, performs a variety of heavy cleaning duties in order to maintain the hospital in an orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition for patients, personnel, and visitors.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must have classroom and on the job training of floor, carpet, upholstery, waste disposal, operating room and chemical handling procedures and learn proper operation and cleaning of E.S.D. equipment.
• Shampoos carpets, upholstery and refinishes floors following E.S.D. procedures, using manual and motorized devices.
• Dusts high vents, lights, pipes, lockers, ceilings and washes window glass throughout the hospital complex using ladders or other safety devices.
• Cleans miscellaneous items such as wastebaskets, television sets, fans, rubber mats, etc.
• Washes disinfects all sinks, toilets, floors, urinals, bedpan racks, bathtubs, showers in hospital lavatories. Services and refills all soap and paper dispensers.
• Washes walls either manually or using mechanical devices.
• Prepares all burn and Radiation (I-131) rooms by laying protective covering.
• Cleans dust, washes and disinfects, from top to bottom, all beds, mattresses, sleeping carts through out the hospital complex.
• Picks up and disposes of rubbish and soiled linen from patient floors and deposits down chute, transports to laundry or places in rubbish truck as appropriate.
• Removes rubbish from rubbish chute room, transports heavy rubbish via trash carts for disposal of waste, boxes waste when required, boxes chemo waste, makes chemical pick-up when needed.
• Washes rubbish chute rooms top to bottom with a pressure sprayer.
• Washes rubbish trucks using the truck washer or manually with a water hose.
• Performs minor services to trucks such as replace screws and grease wheels.
• Operates bailer equipment for bailing boxes and transporting recycle totes to trailer.
• Washes or spot cleans walls and polishes woodwork, all furniture, brass fittings and stainless steel elevator doors, kick plates, etc.
• Removes and transports animal waste and soiled linens to rubbish truck.
• Transports mattresses, office and patient room furniture, including beds, cribs, folding tables, etc. as necessary.
• May assist nursing personnel in moving beds and patient furniture for various reasons.
• Cleans dirt, snow and salt from sidewalks and entrances to all buildings on the hospital complex using manual or powered equipment tools.
• Cleans entrance mats, applies salt to entrances as needed and assists Facilities Management grounds crew during inclement weather.
• Changes cubicle curtains and draperies.
• Removes and washes window blinds and makes repairs to same.
• Cleans, from top to bottom, all construction areas after renovations are completed.
• Required to carry and use a beeper or a two-way radio upon request.
• Assists supply clerks in supply room or equipment room.
• Services batteries on all battery operated devices.
• Makes conference room set-ups for meetings, parties, etc.
• Performs the duties of supply clerks during their absence.
• Takes laundry linen inventory by physically counting pieces of linen and documenting results on appropriate forms.
• May perform Housekeeping Aide I and Laundry Aide II duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or group leader
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has the ability to follow instruction and observe safety precautions.
• Has the ability to prepare solutions according to procedure.
• Has the ability to assemble cleaning equipment such as mops, dusters, vacuum cleaners, mop buckets and ringers.
• Has the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English, as well as ability to count numbers.
• Has the ability to operate, control and clean motorized and manual equipment that is required to perform E.S.D. tasks.
• Has the ability to perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Environmental Department and
• Fleet Risk Control policies and procedures.
• Has the physical ability to lift, carry or push equipment such as floor buffers, wet vacuums, wall-washing machine, automatic floor-washing machine, carpet cleaning equipment, rubbish carts and linen carts, transport patients, office furniture, climb ladders and shovel show.
  

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one to three months on the job training plus formal and on going classroom training.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Continuous walking, standing, carrying, pushing trash carts weighting up to 400 pounds, stooping, lifting, climbing ladders and stairs, and heavy lifting.
• Some exposure to unpleasant odors in the work area, as well as contaminated items and strong cleaning solutions.
• Some hazards from improperly disposed needles and glass.
• Exposure to all types of weather conditions.
• Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety precautions.
  

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7a-3:30p e/o w/e & hol.

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under supervision and following established procedures, performs a variety of heavy cleaning duties in order to maintain the hospital in an orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition for patients, personnel, and visitors.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must have classroom and on the job training of floor, carpet, upholstery, waste disposal, operating room and chemical handling procedures and learn proper operation and cleaning of E.S.D. equipment.
• Shampoos carpets, upholstery and refinishes floors following E.S.D. procedures, using manual and motorized devices.
• Dusts high vents, lights, pipes, lockers, ceilings and washes window glass throughout the hospital complex using ladders or other safety devices.
• Cleans miscellaneous items such as wastebaskets, television sets, fans, rubber mats, etc.
• Washes disinfects all sinks, toilets, floors, urinals, bedpan racks, bathtubs, showers in hospital lavatories. Services and refills all soap and paper dispensers.
• Washes walls either manually or using mechanical devices.
• Prepares all burn and Radiation (I-131) rooms by laying protective covering.
• Cleans dust, washes and disinfects, from top to bottom, all beds, mattresses, sleeping carts through out the hospital complex.
• Picks up and disposes of rubbish and soiled linen from patient floors and deposits down chute, transports to laundry or places in rubbish truck as appropriate.
• Removes rubbish from rubbish chute room, transports heavy rubbish via trash carts for disposal of waste, boxes waste when required, boxes chemo waste, makes chemical pick-up when needed.
• Washes rubbish chute rooms top to bottom with a pressure sprayer.
• Washes rubbish trucks using the truck washer or manually with a water hose.
• Performs minor services to trucks such as replace screws and grease wheels.
• Operates bailer equipment for bailing boxes and transporting recycle totes to trailer.
• Washes or spot cleans walls and polishes woodwork, all furniture, brass fittings and stainless steel elevator doors, kick plates, etc.
• Removes and transports animal waste and soiled linens to rubbish truck.
• Transports mattresses, office and patient room furniture, including beds, cribs, folding tables, etc. as necessary.
• May assist nursing personnel in moving beds and patient furniture for various reasons.
• Cleans dirt, snow and salt from sidewalks and entrances to all buildings on the hospital complex using manual or powered equipment tools.
• Cleans entrance mats, applies salt to entrances as needed and assists Facilities Management grounds crew during inclement weather.
• Changes cubicle curtains and draperies.
• Removes and washes window blinds and makes repairs to same.
• Cleans, from top to bottom, all construction areas after renovations are completed.
• Required to carry and use a beeper or a two-way radio upon request.
• Assists supply clerks in supply room or equipment room.
• Services batteries on all battery operated devices.
• Makes conference room set-ups for meetings, parties, etc.
• Performs the duties of supply clerks during their absence.
• Takes laundry linen inventory by physically counting pieces of linen and documenting results on appropriate forms.
• May perform Housekeeping Aide I and Laundry Aide II duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or group leader.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has the ability to follow instruction and observe safety precautions.
• Has the ability to prepare solutions according to procedure.
• Has the ability to assemble cleaning equipment such as mops, dusters, vacuum cleaners, mop buckets and ringers.
• Has the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English, as well as ability to count numbers.
• Has the ability to operate, control and clean motorized and manual equipment that is required to perform E.S.D. tasks.
• Has the ability to perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Environmental Department and
• Fleet Risk Control policies and procedures.
• Has the physical ability to lift, carry or push equipment such as floor buffers, wet vacuums, wall-washing machine, automatic floor-washing machine, carpet cleaning equipment, rubbish carts and linen carts, transport patients, office furniture, climb ladders and shovel show.
  

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one to three months on the job training plus formal and on going classroom training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Continuous walking, standing, carrying, pushing trash carts weighting up to 400 pounds, stooping, lifting, climbing ladders and stairs, and heavy lifting.
• Some exposure to unpleasant odors in the work area, as well as contaminated items and strong cleaning solutions.
• Some hazards from improperly disposed needles and glass.
• Exposure to all types of weather conditions.
• Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety precautions.
  

Pay Range: 

$19.75-$20.15

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

10:30p-7a/12a-8:30a e/o w/e & hol.

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Patient Services Director and management team, the Room Service Host is responsible for communicating effectively, timely, and courteously with patients, family members, and staff members when distributing menus to all new admissions, obtaining meal choices and delivering/collecting patient trays snacks and tube feeding products. Responsible for communicating with nursing staff related to patients’ diet and meal delivery.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for communicating effectively, timely and courteously with patients, nursing, and family members when obtaining meal choices to enter into the CBORD computerized Room Service tablet system, verifying patient satisfaction, identify meal service problems and assisting patients on missed meal report for menu selections each meal.
• Communicates with the dietitian or dietetic technician when patient food/beverage/supplement intake is poor.
• Communicates patient’s special requests for food not allowed on their diets or diet education.
• Accurately enters and updates all meal selections/orders/preferences/special request for food in CBORD system and accurately maintains the most current information regarding patient diet orders by properly using CBORD Room Service tablet system.
• If patient is unable to select meal verbally, takes order or enter into CBORD On Demand.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work environment and performs cleaning and waste disposal and equipment operation duties in accordance with departmental policies and/or procedures including monitoring, rotating, and filling floor stock according to pars.
• Checking refrigerators and dry storage area in pantries for cleanliness and out of date product, discard as needed.
• Identifies safety hazards in the department and reacts to eliminate hazards quickly.
• Delivers all patient nourishments, snacks and tube feeding products.
• Works well in a team environment Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be required to perform duties of the Room Service Call Representative as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals and the ability to compute percentages.
• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Strong basic computer skills.
• At least one-year previous food service or customer service experience is required.
• CBORD experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Mostly standing/walking, with other movement such as, repetitive motions, reaching, pulling and pushing may be required.
• Speech, sight and hearing to effectively communicate by varied means including, but not limited to, telephone, in person, and fax.
• Physical ability to lift to 35 lbs.
• Exposure to patient environment.

Pay Range: 

$20.04-$20.90

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

5 nights per week, 4pm-8pm, every weekend

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.

Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.

Exposed to patient care environment.

Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-730a, every other weekend, every other holiday as assigned

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.

Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.

Exposed to patient care environment.

Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-730am, every other weekend, every other holiday as needed

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.

Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.

Exposed to patient care environment.

Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

36 hours, every other weekend, every other holiday as needed

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.

Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.

Exposed to patient care environment.

Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7a-7:30p, every other weekend/holiday as needed

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across the continuum of care in accordance with professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model our values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – which guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

• Provides direct nursing care utilizing the nursing process. 

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policies and orders. 

• Documents care accurately in the electronic health record. 

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. 

• Monitors patient condition and responds to clinical changes appropriately. 

• Provides patient and family education appropriate to the setting. 

• Cares for assigned patients based on organizational needs. 

• Completes licensure, certification, and assigned learning prior to expiration or due dates.
• For areas that have on-call responsibilities, rotating on-call coverage will be required.

• Precepts new colleagues and students. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 
   

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Education:

• Graduate of a nursing program approved by the nursing regulatory body in the jurisdiction where the program was located at the time of graduation.
• Graduation from a nursing program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting organization is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved program preferred.
• Enrollment in Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GPEN) for Brown Health Medical Group will be considered.
• Diploma in Nursing will be considered for current employees in good standing who have completed 1 year of service.

Licensure:

• Current Registered Nurse license, in good standing in the state(s) of practice. The employee is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and practice authority.

Credential Verification:

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory primary-source verification of required education, program completion, licensure and other credentials. 
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications as required by area unless an approved exemption is granted and remains on file.  

EXPERIENCE:

• New graduate nurses will be required to complete the nurse residency program. 
• Prior clinical nursing experience preferred depending on practice setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe patient care, communicate effectively, and function within an interdisciplinary team.

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Provides safe, timely assessment and prioritization of patients across the continuum of emergency care. Must obtain and maintain competency in emergency department triage, including Emergency Severity Index (ESI) assignment. For level one trauma centers: trauma triage criteria and activation processes. Completes required trauma education and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to care for traumatically injured patients.

Required by the end of orientation:

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Safety Care Training (Brown Health Level I)
• Basic Dysrhythmia/Telemetry
• Medication Test

Required within 6 months of hire:

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required at Rhode Island Hospital, preferred at other entities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift and to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and reposition. 
• Requires sufficient strength, mobility, coordination, and dexterity to safely perform essential nursing functions, including patient assessment, direct patient care, medication administration, clinical procedures, and operation of medical equipment. 
• Requires the ability to safely assist with patient mobility, repositioning, and transfers using established safe patient-handling practices and appropriate assistive equipment. May require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling patients, equipment, and supplies consistent with the essential functions of the assigned position. 
• Requires the ability to respond promptly to patient care needs and emergency situations within the work environment.
• Requires the ability to work safely in the clinical environment and to use required personal protective equipment and other occupational safety equipment appropriate to the assigned work area, including respiratory, eye, skin, and radiation protection when applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None. May provide functional guidance, training, precepting, and task delegation within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policy and applicable regulations, as assigned. 

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7pm-7:30 am; every other weekend every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across the continuum of care in accordance with professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model our values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – which guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

• Provides direct nursing care utilizing the nursing process. 

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policies and orders. 

• Documents care accurately in the electronic health record. 

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. 

• Monitors patient condition and responds to clinical changes appropriately. 

• Provides patient and family education appropriate to the setting. 

• Cares for assigned patients based on organizational needs. 

• Completes licensure, certification, and assigned learning prior to expiration or due dates.
• For areas that have on-call responsibilities, rotating on-call coverage will be required.

• Precepts new colleagues and students. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 
   

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Education:

• Graduate of a nursing program approved by the nursing regulatory body in the jurisdiction where the program was located at the time of graduation.
• Graduation from a nursing program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting organization is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved program preferred.
• Enrollment in Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GPEN) for Brown Health Medical Group will be considered.
• Diploma in Nursing will be considered for current employees in good standing who have completed 1 year of service.

Licensure:

• Current Registered Nurse license, in good standing in the state(s) of practice. The employee is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and practice authority.

Credential Verification:

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory primary-source verification of required education, program completion, licensure and other credentials. 
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications as required by area unless an approved exemption is granted and remains on file.  

EXPERIENCE:

• New graduate nurses will be required to complete the nurse residency program. 
• Prior clinical nursing experience preferred depending on practice setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe patient care, communicate effectively, and function within an interdisciplinary team.

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Provides safe, timely assessment and prioritization of patients across the continuum of emergency care. Must obtain and maintain competency in emergency department triage, including Emergency Severity Index (ESI) assignment. For level one trauma centers: trauma triage criteria and activation processes. Completes required trauma education and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to care for traumatically injured patients.

Required by the end of orientation:

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Safety Care Training (Brown Health Level I)
• Basic Dysrhythmia/Telemetry
• Medication Test

Required within 6 months of hire:

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required at Rhode Island Hospital, preferred at other entities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift and to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and reposition. 
• Requires sufficient strength, mobility, coordination, and dexterity to safely perform essential nursing functions, including patient assessment, direct patient care, medication administration, clinical procedures, and operation of medical equipment. 
• Requires the ability to safely assist with patient mobility, repositioning, and transfers using established safe patient-handling practices and appropriate assistive equipment. May require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling patients, equipment, and supplies consistent with the essential functions of the assigned position. 
• Requires the ability to respond promptly to patient care needs and emergency situations within the work environment.
• Requires the ability to work safely in the clinical environment and to use required personal protective equipment and other occupational safety equipment appropriate to the assigned work area, including respiratory, eye, skin, and radiation protection when applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None. May provide functional guidance, training, precepting, and task delegation within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policy and applicable regulations, as assigned. 

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7pm-7:30 am; every other weekend every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care.
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
• Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.Competency AssessmentKey FunctionsNursing ProcessMeets the physical, psychosocial, environmental and educational needs of patients:ChildAdolescentAnalyzes complex patient problems that are frequently changing and requiring continuous problem solvingProvides direct care to pediatric patients with complex medical and psychiatric diagnosesDetermines what types of interventions are most valuable for individual patient situationsInitiates nursing rounds, taking an active role in assessing patient progress and determining appropriateness for specific scheduled activitiesDelegates to the certified nursing assistants and mental health workers as neededPatient TeachingProvides education to patient according to age and developmental level.Evaluates the patient’s and/or families/caregivers response to teaching using teach back and GetWell Network methodologies. CommunicationRecognizes when the patient needs or wants to talk about problems, concerns or fears; fosters relationships that allow for meaningful communicationInteracts with disorganized patients to orient them to time, person and place; increase their attention span, clarify their thinking with reality testing. Displays an objective non-judgmental attitude.Functions as a group leader, demonstrating an understanding of group dynamicsParticipates in group activities and therapy, demonstrating an understanding of group dynamicsParticipates with the multidisciplinary treatment team process by reporting nursing assessment findings on assigned patients. Develops and revises the individualized patient care plan and provides input into the individualized patient treatment planFosters the concept of maintaining a therapeutic milieu for all patientsKnowledge/ SkillsProtects disorganized, self-destructive or psychotic patients through nursing interventions. Assists with out-of-control patients using de-escalation and physical restraint as neededMaintains annual department-specific competency in managing assaultive and challenging behavior, seclusion and restraint guidelines, guidelines for suicide risk and precautions, and emergency unit evacuation proceduresAttends CPI certification per hospital guidelines within 3 months of employment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range:

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7pm-7am

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct patient care.
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
• Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
• Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
• Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
• Exposed to patient care environment.
• Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

Pay Range: 

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-730a (12 hr shifts), EOW/EOH

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care.
• Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.
• Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.
• Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.
• Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.
• Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
• Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.
• Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

Basic Knowledge

• Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.
• Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.
• Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.
• Exposed to patient care environment.
• Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Pay Range: 

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-730a (12 hr shifts), EOW/EOH

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across the continuum of care in accordance with professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model our values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – which guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

• Provides direct nursing care utilizing the nursing process. 

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policies and orders. 

• Documents care accurately in the electronic health record. 

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. 

• Monitors patient condition and responds to clinical changes appropriately. 

• Provides patient and family education appropriate to the setting. 

• Cares for assigned patients based on organizational needs. 

• Completes licensure, certification, and assigned learning prior to expiration or due dates.
• For areas that have on-call responsibilities, rotating on-call coverage will be required.

• Precepts new colleagues and students. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 
   

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Education:

• Graduate of a nursing program approved by the nursing regulatory body in the jurisdiction where the program was located at the time of graduation.
• Graduation from a nursing program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting organization is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved program preferred.
• Enrollment in Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GPEN) for Brown Health Medical Group will be considered.
• Diploma in Nursing will be considered for current employees in good standing who have completed 1 year of service.

Licensure:

• Current Registered Nurse license, in good standing in the state(s) of practice. The employee is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and practice authority.

Credential Verification:

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory primary-source verification of required education, program completion, licensure and other credentials. 
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications as required by area unless an approved exemption is granted and remains on file.  

EXPERIENCE:

• New graduate nurses will be required to complete the nurse residency program. 
• Prior clinical nursing experience preferred depending on practice setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe patient care, communicate effectively, and function within an interdisciplinary team.

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Provides safe, timely assessment and prioritization of patients across the continuum of emergency care. Must obtain and maintain competency in emergency department triage, including Emergency Severity Index (ESI) assignment. For level one trauma centers: trauma triage criteria and activation processes. Completes required trauma education and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to care for traumatically injured patients.

Required by the end of orientation:

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Safety Care Training (Brown Health Level I)
• Basic Dysrhythmia/Telemetry
• Medication Test

Required within 6 months of hire:

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required at Rhode Island Hospital, preferred at other entities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift and to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and reposition. 
• Requires sufficient strength, mobility, coordination, and dexterity to safely perform essential nursing functions, including patient assessment, direct patient care, medication administration, clinical procedures, and operation of medical equipment. 
• Requires the ability to safely assist with patient mobility, repositioning, and transfers using established safe patient-handling practices and appropriate assistive equipment. May require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling patients, equipment, and supplies consistent with the essential functions of the assigned position. 
• Requires the ability to respond promptly to patient care needs and emergency situations within the work environment.
• Requires the ability to work safely in the clinical environment and to use required personal protective equipment and other occupational safety equipment appropriate to the assigned work area, including respiratory, eye, skin, and radiation protection when applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None. May provide functional guidance, training, precepting, and task delegation within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policy and applicable regulations, as assigned. 

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

0700-1930: every other weekend/holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across the continuum of care in accordance with professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model our values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – which guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

• Provides direct nursing care utilizing the nursing process. 

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with policies and orders. 

• Documents care accurately in the electronic health record. 

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care. 

• Monitors patient condition and responds to clinical changes appropriately. 

• Provides patient and family education appropriate to the setting. 

• Cares for assigned patients based on organizational needs. 

• Completes licensure, certification, and assigned learning prior to expiration or due dates.
• For areas that have on-call responsibilities, rotating on-call coverage will be required.

• Precepts new colleagues and students. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 
   

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Education:

• Graduate of a nursing program approved by the nursing regulatory body in the jurisdiction where the program was located at the time of graduation.
• Graduation from a nursing program accredited by a nationally recognized nursing accrediting organization is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an approved program preferred.
• Enrollment in Graduate Entry Program in Nursing (GPEN) for Brown Health Medical Group will be considered.
• Diploma in Nursing will be considered for current employees in good standing who have completed 1 year of service.

Licensure:

• Current Registered Nurse license, in good standing in the state(s) of practice. The employee is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and practice authority.

Credential Verification:

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory primary-source verification of required education, program completion, licensure and other credentials. 
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required; additional certifications as required by area unless an approved exemption is granted and remains on file.  

EXPERIENCE:

• New graduate nurses will be required to complete the nurse residency program. 
• Prior clinical nursing experience preferred depending on practice setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe patient care, communicate effectively, and function within an interdisciplinary team.

DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Provides safe, timely assessment and prioritization of patients across the continuum of emergency care. Must obtain and maintain competency in emergency department triage, including Emergency Severity Index (ESI) assignment. For level one trauma centers: trauma triage criteria and activation processes. Completes required trauma education and demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to care for traumatically injured patients.

Required by the end of orientation:

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Safety Care Training (Brown Health Level I)
• Basic Dysrhythmia/Telemetry
• Medication Test

Required within 6 months of hire:

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required at Rhode Island Hospital, preferred at other entities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift and to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and reposition. 
• Requires sufficient strength, mobility, coordination, and dexterity to safely perform essential nursing functions, including patient assessment, direct patient care, medication administration, clinical procedures, and operation of medical equipment. 
• Requires the ability to safely assist with patient mobility, repositioning, and transfers using established safe patient-handling practices and appropriate assistive equipment. May require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling patients, equipment, and supplies consistent with the essential functions of the assigned position. 
• Requires the ability to respond promptly to patient care needs and emergency situations within the work environment.
• Requires the ability to work safely in the clinical environment and to use required personal protective equipment and other occupational safety equipment appropriate to the assigned work area, including respiratory, eye, skin, and radiation protection when applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None. May provide functional guidance, training, precepting, and task delegation within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policy and applicable regulations, as assigned. 

Pay Range: 

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7am-7:30pm; every other weekend/holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY: Reports to Manager, Retail Pharmacy Services. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist and direction of the Pharmacy Technician Group Leader, the Pharmacy Technician Specialist rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shift as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area.Utilizes experience-based knowledge to perform more advanced technical functions in preparing, formulating and packaging medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Assists the Pharmacy Technician Group leader to coordinate activities in keeping with the scope of services provided, and with consideration to the age of the patients/customers being served. Interacts professionally as needed with patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel to obtain accurate information, including insurance information, needed to process patient/customer prescriptions, and to process accurate payment transactions. Accesses, inputs and retrieves necessary information using multiple pharmacy system applications. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Exhibits a friendly, pleasant and helpful nature demonstrating a strong customer service orientation when interacting with patients/customers, practitioners, and support personnel. Responds to questions relative to cost and availability of medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Informs patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel of wait times and any issues regarding drug availability, including advising on the refill authorization process for expired prescription orders. Protects and maintains patient/customer confidentiality while collecting patient/customer personal information necessary for filling prescriptions such as name, address, date of birth and insurance information. Enters pertinent patient/customer data into appropriate pharmacy systems in order to ensure accurate charging for services and processing of insurance billing/payment as well as patient/customer co-pay information. Collects and processes payment for patient/customer transactions. Assists patients/customers in resolving identified problems. Refers patients/customer questions concerning medications and drug interactions to the pharmacist on duty. Determines patient needs and as appropriate, facilitates referral to case management, if required. Promotes and facilitates available pharmacy services including delivery of prescriptions and/or medical equipment to discharged patient’s bedside. Rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shifts as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area. Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of the pharmacy including inventory management, medication purchasing, medication compounding and repackaging, dispensing, and sales. Prepares, formulates and packages medications including hazardous substances, controlled substances, and other pharmaceutical supplies under the immediate supervision of a pharmacist. Coordinates quality assurance activities for assigned areas of the pharmacy. Ensures medication supply areas are neat and orderly, chemotherapy agents are appropriately segregated, and all medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, and sanitation. Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the pharmacy. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors. Acknowledges and demonstrates professionalism for self and others. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE &BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High school graduate or equivalent degree. Completion of one to two years of college preferred. Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure. Holds and maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or has a minimum of one-year licensed pharmacy technician work experience, sits for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam within first 6 months of hire, and achieves and maintains National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) within 12 months of hire. Must possess solid computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, as well as email and calendar applications.Must be comfortable in using internet web applications and multiple pharmacy system applications. Strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact effectively with patients/customers, practitioners and ancillary staff. Work is exacting and requires the ability to maintain attention to detail in a high paced environment to avoid errors in medication dispensing and payment transactions. Must be able to multi-task and reprioritize as needed while maintaining accuracy and service standards. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, requiring the ability to grasp instruments and use finger dexterity.Work may require extended periods of time spent standing and walking. Work requires the visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary to operate a personal computer, to accurately input data into various applications and systems, and to navigate screens on computer monitors. New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$25.42-$26.50

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

593 Eddy Street - Main - N/A Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

12:30- 9:00 pm

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Reports to Manager, Retail Pharmacy Services. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist and direction of the Pharmacy Technician Group Leader, the Pharmacy Technician Specialist rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shift as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area.Utilizes experience-based knowledge to perform more advanced technical functions in preparing, formulating and packaging medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Assists the Pharmacy Technician Group leader to coordinate activities in keeping with the scope of services provided, and with consideration to the age of the patients/customers being served. Interacts professionally as needed with patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel to obtain accurate information, including insurance information, needed to process patient/customer prescriptions, and to process accurate payment transactions. Accesses, inputs and retrieves necessary information using multiple pharmacy system applications. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Exhibits a friendly, pleasant and helpful nature demonstrating a strong customer service orientation when interacting with patients/customers, practitioners, and support personnel. Responds to questions relative to cost and availability of medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Informs patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel of wait times and any issues regarding drug availability, including advising on the refill authorization process for expired prescription orders. Protects and maintains patient/customer confidentiality while collecting patient/customer personal information necessary for filling prescriptions such as name, address, date of birth and insurance information. Enters pertinent patient/customer data into appropriate pharmacy systems in order to ensure accurate charging for services and processing of insurance billing/payment as well as patient/customer co-pay information. Collects and processes payment for patient/customer transactions. Assists patients/customers in resolving identified problems. Refers patients/customer questions concerning medications and drug interactions to the pharmacist on duty. Determines patient needs and as appropriate, facilitates referral to case management, if required. Promotes and facilitates available pharmacy services including delivery of prescriptions and/or medical equipment to discharged patient’s bedside. Rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shifts as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area. Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of the pharmacy including inventory management, medication purchasing, medication compounding and repackaging, dispensing, and sales. Prepares, formulates and packages medications including hazardous substances, controlled substances, and other pharmaceutical supplies under the immediate supervision of a pharmacist. Coordinates quality assurance activities for assigned areas of the pharmacy. Ensures medication supply areas are neat and orderly, chemotherapy agents are appropriately segregated, and all medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, and sanitation. Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the pharmacy. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors. Acknowledges and demonstrates professionalism for self and others. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE &BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High school graduate or equivalent degree. Completion of one to two years of college preferred. Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure. Holds and maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or has a minimum of one-year licensed pharmacy technician work experience, sits for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam within first 6 months of hire, and achieves and maintains National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) within 12 months of hire. Must possess solid computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, as well as email and calendar applications.Must be comfortable in using internet web applications and multiple pharmacy system applications. Strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact effectively with patients/customers, practitioners and ancillary staff. Work is exacting and requires the ability to maintain attention to detail in a high paced environment to avoid errors in medication dispensing and payment transactions. Must be able to multi-task and reprioritize as needed while maintaining accuracy and service standards. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, requiring the ability to grasp instruments and use finger dexterity.Work may require extended periods of time spent standing and walking. Work requires the visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary to operate a personal computer, to accurately input data into various applications and systems, and to navigate screens on computer monitors. New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$25.42-$26.50

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 3pm- 11:30 PM

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician group leader or technician specialist, performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation, preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, federal and state rules, and regulations, and in keeping with the scope of services provided and with consideration to the age of the patients being served.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation of medications by: Reviewing practitioner medication orders and preparing medications for review and dispensing by a pharmacist. Performing general operations of electronic drug dispensing system (EDDS; e.g. Omnicell,) used in the inventory control and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies, including maintaining, assigning, refilling and removing medication, including controlled substances, and generating and interpreting reports to perform above. Maintaining operating room medication inventory, including controlled substances. Preparing intravenous admixtures including chemotherapy, critical care infusions, and pediatric infusions utilizing aseptic techniques in a controlled environment according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper manipulation, labeling and expiration dating. Working in United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) 797 clean room environment and in accordance with procedures of the same. Preparing and repackaging non-sterile pharmaceutical products according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper technique, labeling, and expiration dating. Working in accordance with USP 795 procedures. Performs controlled substance discrepancy resolution in conjunction with other licensed health care professionals. Participates in controlled substances inventory management in the Pharmacy and the hospital. Delivers medications to clinic, procedural, treatment, operating room, and patient care areas. Retrieves medication orders. Repackages and labels medications for distribution in accordance with pharmacist approved Packaging and Labeling Records. Prepares various emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and distribution to patient care areas. Performs routine procurement and inventory management of medications including ordering and receipt of chemotherapy and other pharmaceutical supplies. Completes necessary paperwork for controlled substance procurement and verifies receipt of such. Processes medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist verification. Reconciles patient and department medication charges. Performs routine preventive maintenance to all equipment according to standards for same. Assists in maintaining related Pharmacy records and files, performing equipment calibration and maintenance. Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, sanitation, and segregation. Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the Pharmacy and the hospital. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors. Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate. Interacts with internal and external customers in accordance with hospital Customer Service Standards. Assists in orientation and training of other pharmacy technicians and interns. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE &BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of one to two years of college preferred.
• Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure.strike/strike Holds and maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or has a minimum of one-year licensed pharmacy technician work experience, sits for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam within first 6 months of hire, and achieves and maintains National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) within 12 months of hire.
• Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possesses physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking. Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer. New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$22.37-$23.36

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Evening shifts. Includes weekends and holidays.

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician group leader or technician specialist, performs a variety of technical and support tasks designed to assist pharmacists in the formulation, preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, federal and state rules, and regulations, and in keeping with the scope of services provided and with consideration to the age of the patients being served. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the formulation and preparation of medications by:Reviewing practitioner medication orders and preparing medications for review and dispensing by a pharmacist.Performing general operations of electronic drug dispensing system (EDDS; e.g. Omnicell,) used in the inventory control and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies, including maintaining, assigning, refilling and removing medication, including controlled substances, and generating and interpreting reports to perform above.Maintaining operating room medication inventory, including controlled substances.Preparing intravenous admixtures including chemotherapy, critical care infusions, and pediatric infusions utilizing aseptic techniques in a controlled environment according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper manipulation, labeling and expiration dating. Working in United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) 797 clean room environment and in accordance with procedures of the same.Preparing and repackaging non-sterile pharmaceutical products according to computer-generated and/or pharmacist approved formulation record, including proper technique, labeling, and expiration dating. Working in accordance with USP 795 procedures. Performs controlled substance discrepancy resolution in conjunction with other licensed health care professionals. Participates in controlled substances inventory management in the Pharmacy and the hospital. Delivers medications to clinic, procedural, treatment, operating room, and patient care areasi.Retrieves medication orders. Repackages and labels medications for distribution in accordance with pharmacist approved Packaging and Labeling Records. Prepares various emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and distribution to patient care areas. Performs routine procurement and inventory management of medications including ordering and receipt of chemotherapy and other pharmaceutical supplies. Completes necessary paperwork for controlled substance procurement and verifies receipt of such. Processes medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist verification. Reconciles patient and department medication charges. Performs routine preventive maintenance to all equipment according to standards for same. Assists in maintaining related Pharmacy records and files, performing equipment calibration and maintenance. Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, sanitation, and segregation. Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the Pharmacy and the hospital. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors. Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate. Interacts with internal and external customers in accordance with hospital Customer Service Standards. Assists in orientation and training of other pharmacy technicians and interns. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE &BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of one to two years of college preferred. Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure.strike/strike Holds and maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or has a minimum of one-year licensed pharmacy technician work experience, sits for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam within first 6 months of hire, and achieves and maintains National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) within 12 months of hire. Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: a name=OLE_LINK2Possesses physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking. Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer. New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$22.37-$23.36

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Rotating day, evening, and occasional overnight shifts. Includes weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct patient care.

Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.

Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.

Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.

Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.

Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.

Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.

Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.

Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

Provides direct care to pediatric patients with complex medical and psychiatric diagnoses

Determines what types of interventions are most valuable for individual patient situations

Initiates nursing rounds, taking an active role in assessing patient progress and determining appropriateness for specific scheduled activities

Provides education to patient according to age and developmental level.

Functions as a group leader, demonstrating an understanding of group dynamics

Participates in group activities and therapy, demonstrating an understanding of group dynamics

Participates with the multidisciplinary treatment team process by reporting nursing assessment findings on assigned patients.

Assists with out-of-control patients using de-escalation and physical restraint as needed

Maintains annual department-specific competency in managing assaultive and challenging behavior, seclusion and restraint guidelines, guidelines for suicide risk and precautions, and emergency unit evacuation procedures

Attends CPI certification per hospital guidelines within 3 months of employment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.

Pay Range:

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-7a

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY:

Coordinates total nursing care for patients participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Documents initial and ongoing patient assessment in a complete, concise, and timely manner according to policy and procedure of MHMC.
Develops and modifies and effective, comprehensive, and individualized plan of care including discharge planning for assigned patients, utilizing standards of care developed by MHMC.
Applies knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served, i.e.: infant pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
Initiates and coordinates patient teaching according to identified needs.
Integrates, delegates, and coordinates patient care using interdisciplinary approach.
Delegates responsibilities for care, when applicable, and makes assignments according to skills of caregiver.
Evaluates patient responses to interventions according to established policy and procedure of MHMC.
Demonstrates an ability to plan and supervise other patient caregivers in providing patient care on unit while functioning as a professional role model.
Demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment in times of need and emergency situations and evaluates the results of actions taken.
Administers medication and perform treatments, utilizing principles of aseptic technique to assigned patient according to the established policy and procedure of MHMC.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: in services, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training).
Attends and participates in staff meetings and in services and/or reviews documentation as required.
Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.
Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:
Education:
Graduate of an accreditedschoolofNursing,BSN preferred.
Experience
Minimum of one year of RN experience.
Certification/Licensure:
MA RN License
BLS and/or ACLS Certification
Additional certification required where applicable:
ICU, FLOAT, S1 and M2-ACLS
Emergency Department-PALS and ACLS
PACU-ACLS, PALS
Interventional-PALS and ACLS
Software/Hardware:
Epic experience preferred.

Pay Range: 

$36.87-$73.13

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

Per Diem, Foxboro location, M-F

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

Massachusetts Nurses Association

SUMMARY: Under the direction of Clinical Nurse Manager (Inpatient)/Program Director (Partial) and Unit Charge RN, the Behavioral Health Specialist I (BHS I) is responsible for providing care and safety to children and adolescents as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The BHS I is responsible for input into the formulation of the day-to-day schedule and structure of a therapeutic milieu and the implementation, observation, and documentation of this program under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Participates in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. Actively engages with assigned children throughout shift. Participates in the development and operationalization of the milieu care plan for assigned patients according to established department and unit-based procedure/policy. Maintains and documents level of patient observation as ordered by the physician/charge RN each shift. Provides support to visiting parents as well as information according to treatment team request. Supervises assigned children in daily routines and actively assists with activities of daily living and basic hygiene needs. Identifies, reports, and resolves potentialctual problems on the unit. Demonstrates appropriate critical incident follow-up skills by timely verbal reporting to charge RN and documentation in medical record. Completes other documentation (i.e., incident reports, intakes, etc. as applicable). Participates in restraint debriefings. Carries out daily assignment as delegated by Charge RN and reports back prior to change of shift. Intervenes in disruptive milieu or destructive to self/other patient situations providing timely therapeutic intervention(s) to children in distress. Maintains appropriate boundaries. B. Adheres to Hospital, Departmental, and Program policies and procedures. Attends peer review and staff meetings as assigned. Maintains current certification in crisis management. Maintains current CPR certification. Maintains current OSHA, ERS, Safety Certifications Attends unit/hospital staff development as assigned. C. Actively participates in the patient care planning process under the direction of the primary/charge RN. Works to support initial therapeutic alliance with patient and family on admission.Assists with the separation process and performs other duties necessary to provide a smooth transition to the hospital environment. Within the 8-hour shift, documents objective observations within a shift note and shares observations with assigned RN. Reviews milieu care plan and problem list on a daily basis and suggests revisions based on observations. Communicates individual patient milieu care plans in an ongoing manner to other unit staff including liaison with other interdisciplinary treatment providers. Actively participates in treatment team, rounds, patient-specific discussions, and hand-off shift report, as assigned. Accurately documents significant patient/family observations/milieu care on the Kardex and medical records in a timely fashion. Offers information and knowledge acquired through experience to other staff via formal/ informal staff development forums. Is able to adapt care “style” to meet needs of various childrendolescents. D. Supports and contributes to the development of care plans/behavioral management. Assists and teaches patients in activities of daily living and personal hygiene based upon patient’s abilities. Co-leads community meeting/milieu meeting/social skill group. Co-leads other program specific groups such as activity or recreation. Demonstrates ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within guidelines of hospital, unit, and department standards. Follows behavioral programs specific to the needs of the patient in collaboration with the assigned RN and treatment team. Organizes unit activities. Coordinates, supervises and actively participates in children’s activities such as physical &social development activities.Arranges for transportation of materials if required. Participates in teaching visits/family and parent training as assigned. Consistently models to patient/families appropriate and therapeutic interpersonal staff/patient interactions. Co-leads therapy groups with a clinician. color:red Supports and actively participates in recreation therapy programs. Handles crisis situations in a safe, effective manner, utilizing the least restrictive, safe patient care alternative. Takes the initiative to seek formalnformal supervision, incorporating suggestions for improvement/changes in job performance. Performs other related duties as required, assigned, or directed by Charge RN. While an individual is hired to work on a particular program, they may at times be asked to perform comparable duties in other clinical settings throughout the hospital system as program needs arise. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service field preferred. Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. Must demonstrate aptitude and willingness to learn role related skills. Demonstrated knowledge and skills 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. st1:place wt=onst1:placename wt=onBradley/st1:placename st1:placename wt=onHospital/st1:placename/st1:place Safety Care Certification: Employees in this position work in a psychiatric setting under stressful conditions associated with care of psychiatrically impaired, aggressive, and sometimes, self-injurious individuals. Employees are expected to utilize de-escalation techniques taught by st1:place wt=onst1:placename wt=onBradley/st1:placename st1:placename wt=onHospital/st1:placename/st1:place to minimize need for physical intervention. They must have the ability to remain calm during a crisis situation as evidenced by the ability to make quick rational decisions and prioritize immediate patient care needs to maintain a therapeutic environment and ensure safety. Employees in this position must also be able to participate in the physical management of patients which can include, but is not limited to, awareness and demonstration of safe body positioning at all times, awareness and coordination to block and deflect possible aggression, and the ability to physically hold struggling patients, using approved methods only, to maintain safety for extended periods of time. Specifically, such employees must be able to: lift up to fifty pounds; reach with their hands and arms; grasp and hold with their hands; bend/squat/kneel without limitation, and physically escort patients who may become combative for short distances. Position requires occasional running for short distances, and frequent standing, walking, and sitting. EXPERIENCE: Six months to one year of direct childcare work with emotionally impaired youth. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within Program policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of Program policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915

Work Type:

3 shifts/ month, 1 weekend

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Responsible for the care and safety of assigned children. As a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, assumes primary residential care counselor role. Responsible for input into the formulation of a therapeutic residential treatment plan, and the implementation, observation, and documentation of this program under the direction of the Residential Care Supervisor. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. Participates in the development and operationalization of the residential care plan for assigned children according to established Department and Program-based procedure and policy. Maintains and documents level of child observation as ordered by the physician or Program Director each shift. Supervises assigned children in daily routines and assists with activities of daily living. Identifies, reports, and actively resolves potentialctual problems in the Program. Demonstrates appropriate critical incident follow-up skills by timely verbal reporting to Residential Care Supervisor or Nursing Supervisor/Program Nurse and documentation in child's chart. Intervenes in disruptive milieu or destructive to self/other child situations providing timely therapeutic intervention(s). Adheres to Hospital, Departmental, and Program policies and procedures. Attends Program meetings as assigned. Maintains current certification in crisis management. Maintains current CPR certification. Maintains current ERS, Safety & OSHA certifications. Attends Program staff development meetings as assigned. Consistently follows all Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures. Consistently follows all Program-based policies and procedures. Actively participates in the residential child care planning process under the direction of the Residential Care Supervisor. Participates in the initial admission interview process as assigned. Works to support initial therapeutic alliance with child and family on admission. Completes initial milieu assessment within a 24 hour period. Develops initial problem list and residential care plan within 24 hours of admission. Reviews residential care plan and problem list on a daily basis, revising as necessary. Communicates individual child residential treatment plans in an ongoing manner to other Program staff, including liaison with other multidisciplinary treatment providers. Actively participates in DPC's, treatment team, and shift report. Is aware of Program QA indicators and responsibilities related to such. Accurately documents significant child/family observations/milieu treatment in the child's chart in a timely fashion. Offers information and knowledge acquired through experience to other staff via formal/ informal staff development forums. Supports and contributes to the development of residential care plans/behavioral management. Assists and teaches child in activities of daily living and personal hygiene based upon child's level of competence. Demonstrates ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within guidelines of Hospital, Program, and Department standards. Institutes behavioral programs specific to the needs of the child in collaboration with off-line clinicians. Participates and assists in organizing Program activities. Consistently models to children/families appropriate and therapeutic interpersonal staff/child interactions. Supports and participates in recreation therapy program Handles crisis situations in a safe, effective manner, utilizing the least restrictive, safe patient care alternative. Takes the initiative to seek formalnformal supervision, incorporating suggestions for improvement/changes in job performance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service field. Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. Demonstrated knowledge and skills 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. EXPERIENCE: Six months to one year of direct child care work with emotionally impaired youth. Current Bradley Hospital Crisis Management certification or enrollment in Bradley Hospital course. Current CPR certification. Current ERS, Safety &OSHA certification. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within Program policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of Program policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

BH-Exeter-CADD Exeter House - 51 Widow Sweets Rd Exeter, Rhode Island 02822

Work Type:

Wk1 Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs 2p-10p Fri 1:30p-9:30p Wk2 Mon 1:30p-9:30p Tues,Wed, Thurs, Fri 2p-10p

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: Responsible for the care and safety of assigned children. As a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, assumes primary residential care counselor role. Responsible for input into the formulation of a therapeutic residential treatment plan, and the implementation, observation, and documentation of this program under the direction of the Residential Care Supervisor. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. Participates in the development and operationalization of the residential care plan for assigned children according to established Department and Program-based procedure and policy. Maintains and documents level of child observation as ordered by the physician or Program Director each shift. Supervises assigned children in daily routines and assists with activities of daily living. Identifies, reports, and actively resolves potentialctual problems in the Program. Demonstrates appropriate critical incident follow-up skills by timely verbal reporting to Residential Care Supervisor or Nursing Supervisor/Program Nurse and documentation in child's chart. Intervenes in disruptive milieu or destructive to self/other child situations providing timely therapeutic intervention(s). Adheres to Hospital, Departmental, and Program policies and procedures. Attends Program meetings as assigned. Maintains current certification in crisis management. Maintains current CPR certification. Maintains current ERS, Safety & OSHA certifications. Attends Program staff development meetings as assigned. Consistently follows all Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures. Consistently follows all Program-based policies and procedures. Actively participates in the residential child care planning process under the direction of the Residential Care Supervisor. Participates in the initial admission interview process as assigned. Works to support initial therapeutic alliance with child and family on admission. Completes initial milieu assessment within a 24 hour period. Develops initial problem list and residential care plan within 24 hours of admission. Reviews residential care plan and problem list on a daily basis, revising as necessary. Communicates individual child residential treatment plans in an ongoing manner to other Program staff, including liaison with other multidisciplinary treatment providers. Actively participates in DPC's, treatment team, and shift report. Is aware of Program QA indicators and responsibilities related to such. Accurately documents significant child/family observations/milieu treatment in the child's chart in a timely fashion. Offers information and knowledge acquired through experience to other staff via formal/ informal staff development forums. Supports and contributes to the development of residential care plans/behavioral management. Assists and teaches child in activities of daily living and personal hygiene based upon child's level of competence. Demonstrates ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within guidelines of Hospital, Program, and Department standards. Institutes behavioral programs specific to the needs of the child in collaboration with off-line clinicians. Participates and assists in organizing Program activities. Consistently models to children/families appropriate and therapeutic interpersonal staff/child interactions. Supports and participates in recreation therapy program Handles crisis situations in a safe, effective manner, utilizing the least restrictive, safe patient care alternative. Takes the initiative to seek formalnformal supervision, incorporating suggestions for improvement/changes in job performance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service field. Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. Demonstrated knowledge and skills 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. EXPERIENCE: Six months to one year of direct child care work with emotionally impaired youth. Current Bradley Hospital Crisis Management certification or enrollment in Bradley Hospital course. Current CPR certification. Current ERS, Safety &OSHA certification. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within Program policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of Program policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

BH-East Greenwich-CADD Heritage House - 170 Heritage Dr East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818

Work Type:

Wk1 Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 1:30p-9:30p Sat 2p-10p Wk2 Sun 2p-10p Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 1:30p-9:30p

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes