Unit E3 Clinical Charge Nurse - Registered Nurse III - (26000503)

ABOUT THE ROLE The Department of Public Health at Tewksbury Hospital is seeking professional and dedicated Registered Nurse III professionals to perform in a permanent charge position on the Patient Care Units. This role involves providing primary nursing care to adult patients, establishing nursing plans of approach, participating as a member of the interdisciplinary team, and assessing the health care and educational needs of patients and their families in a Joint Commission accredited LTAC hospital setting. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide primary nursing care following professional hospital and departmental standards. - Identify and address patient needs by performing nursing assessments and developing nursing interventions. - Assume charge nurse responsibility on a daily basis to provide continuity of care. - Collaborate with the Nurse Manager in the supervision and evaluation of personnel. - Supervise employees of a lesser grade by assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and making recommendations. - Facilitate the implementation of treatment plans by conferring with appropriate health care professionals. - Admit, transfer, and discharge patients, coordinating health care services to ensure continuity of care. - Identify, evaluate, and respond to changes in patient conditions, documenting and reporting promptly. - Participate in inter-shift reports, meetings, and nursing rounds to assess health care status and adherence to safety policies. - Function as a mentor to advance the clinical, educational, and professional development of supervised staff. - Collaborate with the Nurse Manager and Staff Development to develop orientation programs and unit-based Performance Improvement plans. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - At least one year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic, or medical facility. - At least six months of the required experience must have been in a supervisory, administrative, or managerial capacity. - Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. - Willingness to work with emotionally disturbed, mentally, or physically handicapped individuals. - Ability to remain calm, make decisions, and act quickly in stressful or emergency situations. - Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and employee performance reviews. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Schedule: 1st Shift, 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM. Days off are every other weekend and rotating during the week. - Mandatory overtime is required for this position. - Must possess a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license (based on assignment). - Must comply with Title 101 CMR 23.00, requiring acknowledgment and attestation of COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination status or required mitigation measures. - Preferred: One or more years of Charge Nurse experience. SELECTION PROCESS - First consideration will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 days of the posting. - A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate prior to hiring, as required by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. - Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with Human Resources Division Hiring Guidelines. HOW TO APPLY - Submit a complete application through the official Commonwealth of Massachusetts employment portal. - For questions regarding this requisition, contact Employment and Staffing at 1-800-510-4122, option 4. - For ADA reasonable accommodations, contact the Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator, Sandra Semedo, at sandra.c.semedo@mass.gov or 617-342-8482. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Public Health - Location: Tewksbury Hospital, 365 East Street, Tewksbury, MA - Job Type: Full-time - Shift: Day - Bargaining Unit: 07-MNA - Professional Health Care - Job Posting Date: Jul 23, 2026 - Number of Openings: 1 - Potentially Eligible for Hybrid Work Schedule: No