Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)- Inpatient Transplant-MGH

Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing and managing patient care across diverse populations, including those undergoing complex surgical procedures. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care, while also engaging in vital documentation and follow-up processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact patient lives directly, all within a supportive and innovative healthcare environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of in-patient Med/Surg or Acute Care experience preferred.
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and counseling to patients in various settings.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and develops care plans.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medical History Taking

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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. The APPs work with the staff on the Transplant unit at MGH, responding to urgent issues and acting as a resource for staff. They are the Responding Clinician for patients admitted to the Transplant Surgical Service throughout the hospital, including patients that have undergone liver and/or kidney transplants, as well as those patients who are admitted for a wide variety of other surgical or medical concerns (i.e., infection, rejection, UTI, and/or heart failure). They collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients including contributing to daily multidisciplinary Transplant Rounds. The APPs order, interpret, and evaluate appropriate labs and diagnostic tests, maintain accurate and complete medical records in EPIC. They also coordinate discharge planning with collaboration of services, prescribing medications, arranging post-hospitalization follow-up appointments, and handing off to the outpatient Transplant Clinic. EXPERIENCE: • 3-5 years of in-patient Med/Surg or Acute Care experience, preferred. • Recent experience as an APP with demonstrated clinical competence and professional accountability preferred. • Candidates with related experience (Transplant, ICU or Inpatient experience) will be considered EDUCATION: • Master’s degree is required. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: • Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Current DEA license (if NP) Job Summary Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures
Qualifications Education Master's Degree Nursing required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. - Ability to maintain quality control standards. - Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. - Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. - Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 55 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) EEO Statement: 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 (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.