RN, PACE

NeighborHealth Corporation; Winthrop Beach (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan

Educational Assistance

Flexible Spending & Transportation

Paid Holidays

Vacations

Sick and Personal Time

Generous Staff Development Benefit

Excellent Malpractice Coverage

Free Parking

Job summary

NeighborHealth Corporation, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the PACE Primary Care - Nursing department in Winthrop, MA. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive care to older adults within a dynamic IDT and community health setting.

You will work on a program that has a long-standing national footprint, with emphasis on independence, health maintenance, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.
• Current Massachusetts nursing license.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years in ambulatory, home health, hospital, or sub-acute settings preferred.
• At least 1 year working with frail or elderly population.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate nursing care for participants.
• Assess participants by history, tests, and IDT input.
• Educate patients and families on health regimens.
• Explain disease management, tests, medications, diet and exercise.
• Safely administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Manage medication refills with provider authorization.
• Provide health teaching for individuals and groups.
• Complete biannual assessments and document care plans.
• Use assessment tools like PACE Nurse Assessment and Medication Management.

Skills

Nursing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Leadership

Education

Baccalaureate degree in nursing

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center!

As one of the largest community health centers in the country, NeighborHealth is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well‑being of our patients and communities. Whether you’re a nurse or physician providing direct care, a manager leading dedicated teams, or part of the essential support staff who keep our operations running smoothly — every role at NeighborHealth is vital. Together, we’re advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for our patients and community!

Position Details

• Time Type: Part time
• Department: PACE Primary Care - Nursing
• All Locations: 26 Sturgis Street - PACE Winthrop

Position Summary

As a Nurse in our NEIGHBORHOOD PACE Program you will be part of a dynamic Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and work in an innovative model of care with proven positive impacts on helping older adults stay healthy, independent and active in a community health setting. We have one of the longest standing PACE Programs nationwide (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) and are part of an excellent organization that is one of the largest community health centers in the country. Primary location based in Winthrop.

Job Description Summary

A Registered Nurse holds ultimate responsibility for direct and indirect nursing care, including providing nursing care, health maintenance, teaching, counseling, planning and restoration for optimal functioning and comfort. Skills include demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the department’s immediate needs and long term growth goals, showing initiative, using critical thinking to problem solve independently, exhibiting leadership qualities, and effectively engaging with the clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general oversight, assessment, planning, and construction of the nursing care delivered to the participant.
• Assess a patient through obtaining history, performing appropriate tests, making or collecting observations from the participant and caregivers, and consulting with other members of the IDT.
• Teaches patients and families health care regimens.
• Explains and provides information regarding disease and wellness, tests, results, medications, diet, exercise, and other aspects of the plan of care to patients.
• Safely and effectively administers medications, tests and treatments as ordered.
• Manages the refills of all patient medications with appropriate authorization by the provider.
• Provide and coordinate health teaching required by individuals, families and groups to maintain the optimal possible level of health.
• Completes biannual and status change nursing assessments for an assigned panel of participants in accordance with Care Planning Policy and documents problems, goals & interventions in the participant’s care plan.
• Utilizes Assessment tools including but not limited to PACE Nurse Assessment and Medication Management to collect data.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.
• Current Massachusetts license in nursing.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in ambulatory, home health, hospital or sub‑acute setting preferred, equivalent training or related experience considered.
• A minimum of one year experience working with a frail or elderly population.
• Prior experience in interdisciplinary team setting a plus.
• Pay range: $40/hr up to $60/hr based on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

NeighborHealth 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 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request.

E‑Verify Program Participation

NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E‑Verify. As an E‑Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Educational Assistance
• Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Vacations
• Sick and Personal Time
• A Generous Staff Development Benefit
• Excellent Malpractice Coverage
• A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support
• Free Parking
• And Much More…

Company Culture

There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work. We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team!