Nursing Practice Specialist - Oncology - MGH

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham seeks a Nursing Practice Specialist to lead clinical education, quality outcomes, and research in a highly specialized inpatient oncology unit (Lunder 10). The role supports safe, evidence-based nursing and bedside practice, with onboarding, competency development, and real-time guidance for the care team.

Educational requirements include a Bachelor’s in Nursing and a Master’s in Nursing with RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Master's in Nursing required.
• RN state license required; CNS state license preferred.
• Clinical nursing experience 3-5 years required; education 2-3 years preferred.
• Nursing leadership experience 1-2 years preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to mentor and educate staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level consultation on diagnoses and treatment plans for patients and families.
• Plan and deliver staff and patient education on care plans and clinical practices.
• Participate in research and evidence-based practice activities to improve patient outcomes.
• Provide direct health care services to patients in the inpatient setting.
• Lead/participate in clinical education, onboarding, and competency development.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Clinical education

Nursing leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Evidence-based care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

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.

Job Summary

40-hours a week Monday through Friday days. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of inpatient oncology RN experience. Bone Marrow Transplant/Leukemia RN experience is preferred. The Nursing Practice Specialist is responsible for developing educational programs, clinical decision-making, management of quality outcomes, and participation in research activities. Provide patient care in the clinical environment, health promotion, disease prevention, health education, and patient and family counseling activities. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Lunder 10 is a highly specialized inpatient oncology unit caring for patients with hematologic malignancies, including BMT, cellular therapy, and complex clinical research protocols. The Nurse Practice Specialist is an essential member of the Lunder 10 leadership team and plays a critical role in supporting safe, evidence-based nursing and PCA practice through clinical education, bedside consultation, onboarding, competency development, and real-time practice support. This role is also integral to our HRO work, helping monitor quality metrics and translate those findings into meaningful education, practice changes, and frontline engagement for the care team.

Essential Functions

• Provides expert-level consultation and advises clinical staff on the formulation of diagnoses and treatment plans for patients and families.
• Plans and delivers relevant staff and patient education to nurses and other members of the health care team on matters regarding plan of care for patient and family.
• Actively participates in research and evidence-based practice activities that will positively affect patient care outcomes.
• Provide health care services to patients.
• Forming a diagnosis and management and treatment of illness and disease.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Clinical Nurse Specialist [CNS - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Experience Clinical nursing experience 3-5 years required and Clinical education experience 2-3 years preferred and Nursing leadership experience 1-2 years preferred
• In-depth knowledge of clinical nursing care practices and principles.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing evidence-based care plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Leadership abilities to provide guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing staff.
• Ability to stay updated on the latest advancements in nursing skills and patient care through continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 267 Charles Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range $46.78 - $115.70/Hourly Grade GHCBRN59B

At 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.

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 (857)-282-7642.

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