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The Resource RN has the responsibility and accountability for the coordination of clinical activities and patient care twenty-four hours a day,

three hundred and sixty-five days a year. Develops and sustains an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer

satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency, productivity and utilization of all resources.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide direct patient care across acute care units according to established nursing standards, scope of practice, and hospital policies.
• Rapidly assess patient conditions and intervene appropriately, escalating concerns to providers and leadership as needed.
• Support safe patient assignments by temporarily assuming care, completing critical tasks, such as initiating or completing admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Serve as an expert resource for high-acuity patients, complex clinical procedures, or emerging clinical concerns. Adapt quickly to evolving situations and provide leadership presence during emergencies, incidents, or facility-wide needs.
• Ensure adherence to evidence-based practice, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide "as needed" support for procedures, transport, complex dressing changes, or time-sensitive patient care activities.
• Offer real-time support to bedside nurses, including troubleshooting IV access, central line care, wound care, medication administration challenges, and deteriorating patient situations.
• Mentor and coach novice nurses, float staff, and new team members to reinforce best practices and clinical confidence.
• Partner with charge nurses to balance workload, manage patient flow, and assist during surges, codes, rapid responses, or other high-acuity events.
• Promote a positive team culture and contribute to staff engagement, retention, and professional development.
• Perform additional tasks, support activities, or operational duties in collaboration with and at the discretion of the Nursing Supervisor, based on real-time patient care needs, staffing demands, safety concerns, or organizational priorities.

Qualifications:

• RN Massachusetts license required

• Three (3) years of related experience

• ASN required

• Current Basic Life Support Certification required

• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification preferred

Hours: 24-36 hours/week, Day/Evening shift

Rotating weekend and holiday requirements

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one

• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Clinical mobility tracks

• Free parking

About MelroseWakefield Hospital:

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

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

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.

Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

$44.17 - $56.32