Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospital Medicine Unit - MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver exceptional patient care across diverse medical and surgical cases. This role involves performing diagnostic interventions, developing comprehensive care plans, and ensuring high-quality documentation. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Nursing and possess strong assessment skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, offering a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing required for this role.
• Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and education in various healthcare settings.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and develops care plans.
• Maintains high-quality documentation and performs bedside procedures.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medical History Taking

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for assessing and managing diverse patient populations, including medical and surgical cases. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing care plans, and conducting ongoing evaluations.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

1. Provides direct care, counseling, and education to assigned patient populations in various settings such as ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and procedural environments.
2. Performs comprehensive histories and physical examinations.
3. Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests.
4. Develops and implements appropriate care plans and follow-ups based on diagnostic findings.
5. Maintains high-quality, timely documentation including admission notes, progress notes, procedure notes, operative reports, and discharge summaries.
6. Performs bedside procedures suitable for the patient population.
7. Orders medications and writes prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies.

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse (RN) with State License - Preferred.
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with State License - Preferred.
• Physician Assistant License - Required.

Experience

0-1 year of experience as an APP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in taking medical histories and assessing medical conditions.
• Capable of maintaining quality control standards.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations.
• Proficient in interpreting, adapting, and applying guidelines and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with patients and staff.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.