Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Pediatrics, 28 Hours (Day/Evenings/Sat)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in Ambulatory Pediatrics to provide direct patient care and coordinate care across the health system. The role emphasizes health promotion, education, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include nursing assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation, plus patient and family education and transitions of care. Requires MA RN license, BLS, 1-3 years pediatric experience; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required with MA RN licensure in good standing
• Current BLS certification by start date
• PALS certification may be required for some units
• 1–3 years pediatric experience; ambulatory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across the care continuum
• Promote health through prevention, education, and treatment as per policy
• Educate patients and families and support transitions of care

Skills

Pediatric care coordination

Patient education

Interprofessional teamwork

Multilingual communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

ASN

BSN (preferred)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The registered nurse, adheres to the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. is primarily responsible for professional performance and direct patient care. The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients and their families across the health care continuum. The registered nurse is accountable for clinical, educational, quality and fiscal patient care outcomes using the model of care designed by the nursing department and in accordance with established agency policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and standards of practice.

Position: Registered Nurse Department: Ambulatory Pediatrics Schedule: Part Time, 28 Hours, Days/Evenings, Rotating Saturdays

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• The pediatric ambulatory nurse is an integral member of the healthcare team actively participating in patient care coordination and transition of care along the care continuum.
• The Primary Care nursing role focuses on health promotion through prevention, education and treatment in compliance with hospital policy and in accordance with the provider’s plan of care.
• Primary care nurses educate patients and families in self-care management, act and serve as a patient and family education resource and support for a variety of health topics; establish trust and build therapeutically effective relationships with the patients and families.

JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION

• Education: Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Registration and current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing required or ability to obtain reciprocity license prior to start.
• Requires current basic life support (BLS) certification by start date.
• Some units may require PALS certification.
• Additional certifications may be required for certain practice areas.

EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 years pediatric experience required, preferably in an inpatient setting 1-2 years ambulatory experience, preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enters, and interpret computerized data/information.
• Effective interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with various members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Multilingual skills (beyond that of English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served by the medical center preferred.
• Relevant clinical experience and/or specialty, certification required for certain practice areas Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement research utilization projects.
• Ability to effectively delegate appropriate patient care activities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the patient populations served.
• Physical ability to meet the core job responsibilities in accordance with practice setting demands for the patient populations regularly served.
• Ability to effectively manage stress Knowledge of childhood/adult immunization Knowledge of DME, VNA.PA and school forms Telephone Triage PIV skills, if applicable to role Knowledge of population health and relevance to practice Familiar with care coordination and transitions of care as related to ambulatory practice

Compensation Range: $38.05- $75.33 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.