Registered Nurse - Rheumatology - MGH

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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

Responsibilities:
- Assist with patient education and teaching appointments, particularly regarding proper injection technique for biologic medications
- Provide routine immunizations to patients and staff
- Assist in refilling and updating patient medications
- Facilitate coordination of home infusion services for patients
- Serve as a clinical resource to medical assistants and administrative staff, helping to resolve clinical needs
- Participate in, and contribute to, performance improvement activities
- Triage and respond to a high volume of Patient Gateway messages in Epic
- Integrate the six aims of performance improvement into care delivery:
- Safety – no needless death, injury, pain or suffering for patients or staff
- Effectiveness – care and service will be based on best evidence, informed by patient values and preferences
- Patient Centeredness – all care and service will honor the individual patients – their values, choices, culture, social context and specific needs
- Timeliness – waste no one’s time; no unnecessary waiting
- Efficiency – remove all unnecessary processes or steps in a process; streamline all activities
- Equity – all care and services will be fair and equitable – the system will treat all patients equally

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.

 

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.

 

 

Hybrid