- Salary
- $127k – $174k
- Location
- 15 Parkman Street Boston (Wang Ambulatory Care Building), United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
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
This position is full-time, 40 hrs, 4-10s or 5-8s, M-F, Stoneham locationAbout the APP Role and Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Under the supervision and direction of the Chief of the Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and Administrative Nurse Manager, and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing APP practice, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will be responsible for the evaluation and management of patients seeking care at the MGH Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, in Stoneham location.
The APP is responsible for triaging new and follow-up patients, administering prescribed wound care, educating patients, coordinating the patient’s plan of care and follow-up, verifying test results, and maintaining the clinical environment and supply of special purchase products and topical medications, as needed.
The APP will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate vascular patients, arrange diagnostic procedures, coordinate consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring physicians, and provide patient and family education.
The APP must demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the adult and older adult populations served in this area.
The Ideal Candidate will have
• Experience with wound care and management, preferred
• Interest in wound care and venous care
• Interest in potentially doing vein procedures such as sclerotherapy or phlebectomies in the long term
• Ability to assess medical history of patient, as well as patient concerns, and to determine any limitations/contraindications.
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately. Knowledge of locations of emergency equipment and procedures.
• Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards as established by the American Heart Association.
• Possess the maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending vascular specialist.
• Eligible for state and federally controlled substances registration.
Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.
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 or Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
- Registered Nurse [RN - MA License]
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA License] or
- Physician Assistant [MA License]
Experience
Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 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)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$126,838.40 - $173,867.20/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
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.
