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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
R-23007
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Emergency Department HB
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
36
Shift:
Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Manages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Compensation Pay Range:
$38.20 - $77.39
Essential Functions
1. Assessment/Reassessment
Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care to assigned patients by:
a. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admission, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
b. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice standards.
2. Plan of Care/Documentation/Discharge Planning
Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient, in collaboration with designated support persons in order to address all identified needs.
a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
b. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.
c. Facilitates discharge/transfers by goal of 12:00 pm, communicates barriers utilizing the Chain of Command.
d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, pain).
e. Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient’s response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
f. Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
3. Medication Administration
a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.
d. Initiates and maintains IV access according to SSH policy and procedure.
4. Safety/Quality
Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
c. Assesses each patient’s risk of falling throughout hospitalization using appropriate interventions to prevent falls.
d. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times (ie: no cardboard boxes on floor, equipment cords are secured and plugged into foot of bed).
e. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.
f. Practices patient hand off utilizing the principles of SBAR including walk rounds.
g. Holds oneself and others accountable for meeting quality improvement/quality standards.
5. Professional Development
Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
c. Active participant in unit based initiatives and/or hospital committees.
d. Understands and demonstrates job responsibilities for charge nurse, preceptor and mentor role.
e. Analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
f. Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
g. Interacts with patient and families in a compassionate and humanistic manner, demonstrating empathy, sensitivity and patience.
h. Works with others/patients/families/healthcare providers/community to promote health and wellness.
6. Technology
Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
a. Access Workday to review e-mail, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.
b. Utilizes all Epic applications required by department and unit standards. (PCS, Order Entry, EMR, etc.)
7. Compliance
a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.
b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs.
d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.
e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.
8. Patient and Family Centered Care
a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
b. Communicates and collaborates effectively with patients, families to promote patient health and well-being.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing as validated through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
Minimum Work Experience
Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
Required Licenses
RN - Registered Nurse licensed in Massachusetts
Required Certifications
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PALS or ENPC - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course.
Preferred Certifications
TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
Required Additional Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills
3p-3:30a, rotating weekends and holidays
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA)
INTRODUCTION
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
R-23007
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Emergency Department HB
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
36
Shift:
Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Manages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Compensation Pay Range:
$38.20 - $77.39
Essential Functions
1. Assessment/Reassessment
Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care to assigned patients by:
a. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admission, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
b. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice standards.
2. Plan of Care/Documentation/Discharge Planning
Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient, in collaboration with designated support persons in order to address all identified needs.
a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
b. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.
c. Facilitates discharge/transfers by goal of 12:00 pm, communicates barriers utilizing the Chain of Command.
d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, pain).
e. Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient’s response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
f. Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
3. Medication Administration
a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.
d. Initiates and maintains IV access according to SSH policy and procedure.
4. Safety/Quality
Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
c. Assesses each patient’s risk of falling throughout hospitalization using appropriate interventions to prevent falls.
d. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times (ie: no cardboard boxes on floor, equipment cords are secured and plugged into foot of bed).
e. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.
f. Practices patient hand off utilizing the principles of SBAR including walk rounds.
g. Holds oneself and others accountable for meeting quality improvement/quality standards.
5. Professional Development
Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
c. Active participant in unit based initiatives and/or hospital committees.
d. Understands and demonstrates job responsibilities for charge nurse, preceptor and mentor role.
e. Analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
f. Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
g. Interacts with patient and families in a compassionate and humanistic manner, demonstrating empathy, sensitivity and patience.
h. Works with others/patients/families/healthcare providers/community to promote health and wellness.
6. Technology
Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
a. Access Workday to review e-mail, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.
b. Utilizes all Epic applications required by department and unit standards. (PCS, Order Entry, EMR, etc.)
7. Compliance
a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.
b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs.
d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.
e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.
8. Patient and Family Centered Care
a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
b. Communicates and collaborates effectively with patients, families to promote patient health and well-being.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing as validated through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
Minimum Work Experience
Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
Required Licenses
RN - Registered Nurse licensed in Massachusetts
Required Certifications
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PALS or ENPC - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course.
Preferred Certifications
TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
Required Additional Knowledge and Abilities
Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills
3p-3:30a, rotating weekends and holidays
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Department Manager
Confirm your degree field matches the role
Department Manager roles must relate directly to your degree for OPT authorization to apply. A business, management, supply chain, or operations degree creates the clearest connection. Roles requiring unrelated qualifications can put your OPT status at risk.
Prioritize employers with a sponsorship track record
Large retailers, hospital systems, and logistics companies have dedicated HR teams familiar with H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship. These organizations are far more likely to sponsor you after OPT than startups or small businesses encountering the process for the first time.
Address your OPT timeline early in conversations
Department Manager hires often involve multi-round processes that take six to ten weeks. Raising your authorization timeline before an offer avoids surprises. Employers who sponsor need lead time to prepare petitions, especially if your OPT expires within twelve months.
Apply for STEM OPT extension before your 12 months expire
If your degree is in a STEM field and the Department Manager role qualifies, a STEM OPT extension gives you 24 additional months. File at least 90 days before expiration. This significantly extends the window for your employer to file an H-1B petition.
Frame leadership experience around measurable outcomes
Employers sponsoring a Department Manager need confidence the hire is worth the cost and complexity. Quantify your impact: team size managed, revenue influenced, process improvements made. Numbers give hiring managers concrete justification when making the sponsorship case internally.
Research the employer's existing sponsored workforce
Employers who have sponsored workers before understand the process and are less likely to withdraw offers due to uncertainty. Public Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have filed for managerial roles, giving you a credible filter before investing time in an application.
Department Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Department Manager on OPT?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your degree field. A Department Manager position in retail operations, healthcare administration, or supply chain management can qualify under OPT if your degree covers business, management, or a closely related discipline. Your university's DSO can confirm whether a specific role qualifies before you accept an offer.
Do Department Manager roles typically lead to visa sponsorship?
It depends on the employer. Large companies in retail, healthcare, and logistics regularly sponsor Department Managers for H-1B visas because these roles meet the specialty occupation standard when tied to a bachelor's degree requirement. Smaller employers are less predictable. Migrate Mate filters Department Manager jobs by sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have demonstrated a willingness to sponsor.
Does a Department Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but not automatically. USCIS evaluates whether the specific role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a particular field. Department Manager positions tied to finance, operations, engineering, or healthcare administration tend to qualify. General management roles at employers who accept any degree are harder to support. Your employer's immigration attorney will assess this when preparing the petition.
How does a STEM OPT extension work for a Department Manager job?
If your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as management information systems, industrial engineering, or supply chain management, and the Department Manager role relates to that field, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you must submit Form I-983 outlining your training plan. File at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires.
What should I do if a Department Manager employer says they don't sponsor visas?
Ask whether they have sponsored workers in the past or are open to exploring it. Some employers say no out of unfamiliarity rather than policy. If they are firmly unwilling, move on and focus your search on employers with a documented sponsorship history. The Department Manager jobs listed on Migrate Mate are curated with OPT and visa sponsorship in mind, which saves you from applying to roles with no realistic path forward.