Job Description:
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. Department Summary: 9 East is a 25-bed inpatient medical unit that operates 24/7, caring for patients of all ages with conditions such as general medical, gastroenterology, pulmonary, immunology, rheumatology, metabolism, toxicology and behavioral health issues. Registered nurses coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team. They work collaboratively with other clinical staff including physicians, pharmacists, social workers, clinical assistants, child life specialists, behavioral health specialists, nutrition support staff, physical therapists, nurse practitioners and pastoral care to meet comprehensive patient needs. This includes assessment, planning, monitoring, physical care, medication management, pain management, patient/family education, discharge planning and continuous evaluation of care.