Registered Nurse

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Job Summary

The staff nurse is a registered nurse who is responsible for assuring competent, compassionate nursing care for specific patients and families. The staff nurse is responsible and accountable for the overall nursing care management of patients who are living with HIV or at risk of HIV in the Chelsea Adult Medicine Department. They also serve as a liaison to the urgent care and community programs to accept and navigate referrals to care.
-Collaborates with other health care providers and attending physicians in providing optimal health outcomes for patients. Infectious disease/HIV experience preferred.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an integral member of the outpatient team, the Staff Nurse provides competent, compassionate nursing care based on scientific principles and the use of the nursing process, and they oversee staff who perform case management duties.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Clinical Care:
-Triage and assess patient needs via telephone and during clinic visits.
-Provide initial patient assessment and evaluation.
-Provide injections and vaccines.
-Provide education and follow up for patients on antiretroviral therapy to treat HIV.
-Provide outreach and follow up for high-risk patients.
-Document relevant patient information in accordance with Minimum Expectations for Documentation.
-Communicate the Plan of Care and other pertinent information to/from other health team members.
-Collaborates with other professionals, and directs nonprofessional nursing personnel in maintaining recognized standards.
-Appropriately utilizes nursing resources.
-Utilizes resources efficiently to facilitate optimal patient care.
-Interprets departmental policies and procedures to nurses and other health team members.
-Participates in daily operational activities necessary for a safe patient/staff environment.

Case Management and Care Coordination:
-Serve as a case manager and coordinate ancillary services for outpatients in need of VNA services, concrete resources, transportation concerns
-Serve as a liaison between patients and other members of the treatment team.
-Participate in social service rounds and other interdisciplinary meetings.
-Program Oversight, Leadership, and Administrative Responsibilities
-Identify, facilitate, and evaluate outcomes of nursing care for an individual patient or group of patients, utilizing the nursing process.
-Serve as a resource and oversee the operational flow of the HIV clinical case management staff.
-Maintain records for and supervise paperwork collection and data entry to ensure patients are eligible for grant-funded programming and that our records are appropriately submitted to grant-funding organizations
-Participate in quality assurance activities.
-Teaches and directs all nursing personnel for whom she/he is responsible.
-Participate in orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members.
-Provides input to the Nurse Manager and Provider regarding program needs.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
-Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current nursing and health care practices.
-Adheres to requirements for mandatory continuing education and certification.
-Identifies own learning needs and goals and develops a plan to meet them
-Maintains and develops professional practice through continuing educational programs and appropriate learning experiences
-Contributes to relevant committees, professional meetings, continuing educational and/or formal academic programs.

BSN Required
Must have current license as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

-Triage and assess patient needs via telephone and during clinic visits.
-Provide initial patient assessment and evaluation.
-Provide injections and vaccines
-Serve as a resource and oversee the operational flow of the HIV clinical case management staff
-Provide education and follow up for patients on antiretroviral therapy to treat HIV
-Serve as a case manager and coordinate ancillary services for outpatients in need of VNA services, durable medical equipment, transportation concerns, and respond to prior authorization requests.

Provide outreach and follow up for high-risk patients.
-Serve as a liaison between patients and other members of the treatment team.
-Identify, facilitate, and evaluate outcomes of nursing care for an individual patient or group of patients, utilizing the nursing process.
-Document relevant patient information in accordance with Minimum Expectations for Documentation.
-Communicate the Plan of Care and other pertinent information to/from other health team members
-Participate in quality assurance activities.
-Maintain records for and supervise paperwork collection to ensure patients are eligible for the grant funded programming
-Participate in social service rounds and other interdisciplinary meetings.
-Collaborates with other professionals, and directs nonprofessional nursing personnel in maintaining recognized standards
-Teaches and directs all nursing personnel for whom she/he is responsible.
-Participate in orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members
-Appropriately utilizes nursing resources
-Interprets departmental policies and procedures to nurses and other health team members
-Participates in daily operational activities necessary for safe patient/staff environment
-Utilizes resources efficiently to facilitate optimal patient care
-Provides input to the Nurse Manager and Provider regarding program needs.

We offer an outstanding benefits packages to eligible employees including…
• 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
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team.

About Mass General Hospital
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.

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.

Qualifications

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 [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

151 Everett Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$41.72 - $105.65/Hourly

Grade

GHCARN055At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on aiapply.co.

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