RN, Cardiac Arrhythmia Stepdown Unit - MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital
$41.72 - $73.69
vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
267 Charles Street (Show on map)
Jun 16, 2026
39 hours, day/night rotation and weekend requirement Join our dynamic team on Ellison 10, a 36-bed adult Cardiac Medical Stepdown Unit, offering an exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This unit provides intermediate-level care for patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, including those with arrhythmias, unstable coronary syndromes, heart failure, and complex vascular and medical conditions. Nurses deliver specialized care to patients undergoing coronary and peripheral procedures, electrophysiology interventions, and other advanced cardiac treatments, making this an ideal role for those looking to expand their clinical expertise. Ellison 10 is also a designated teaching unit, giving staff the unique opportunity to collaborate with and support medical residents as they develop their skills in managing complex cardiac cases. With a strong emphasis on high-quality, patient-centered care within a supportive team model, this role offers 12-hour shifts, self-scheduling flexibility, and the chance to broaden experience by working on a similar unit (Ellison 11) when needed-making it a rewarding and growth-oriented opportunity for motivated nurses. We offer a variety of benefits to eligible employees which include: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance Tuition Reimbursement Generous paid time off Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) Resources for childcare and emergency backup care Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan Discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. Summary Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records. Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects. Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans. *Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. The ideal candidate will have: BSN strongly preferred. Minimum of one year experience with emphasis on the cardiac patients. 2+ years of experience strongly preferred Education Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse MA RN license required Experience Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information. Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent verbal and communication skills. Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.