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Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston, MA is seeking an experienced registered nurse to coordinate patient care across referrals, consultations, and treatments. You will work with physicians and care teams to ensure a seamless progression of care from pre-authorization through discharge and follow-up.

The role requires an RN license, BLS certification, and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with opportunities to advance clinical knowledge and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• License Registered Nurse required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
• 1-3 years related work experience required.
• American Heart Associate - Basic Life Support Certificate
• Experience with computer systems including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care providers to coordinate the care for patients from referral/consultation to discharge /follow up. Assists with pre-authorization process.
• Serves as contact and facilitator to receive consults and patient information. Coordinates and ensures all patient scheduling including but not limited to consultation, diagnostic and treatment procedures.
• Gathers information for history and physical. Performs and documents evaluations and assessments of patient. Assists in ordering labs, x-rays, and diagnostic procedures.
• Works in collaboration with surgeons and physicians in educating the patients and their families in medical care. Assists in development of patient/family educational materials. Participates in patient rounds and case conferences.
• Updates clinical knowledge and skills through consultation, formal and informal education, and review of literature for self and clinical team. Provides leadership for process improvement related to the care of these patients.
• Makes and answers patient phone calls, both pre and post treatment/procedure, from patients referring providers, and outside facilities (hospitals, rehabilitation centers, physician offices).

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston, MA is seeking an experienced registered nurse to coordinate patient care across referrals, consultations, and treatments. You will work with physicians and care teams to ensure a seamless progression of care from pre-authorization through discharge and follow-up.

The role requires an RN license, BLS certification, and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with opportunities to advance clinical knowledge and contribute to process improvements.