Site: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc. 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. NURSE PRACTITIONER M.S./ PRIMARY CARE- FULL TIME 40 HOURS/ BWH Chestnut Hill MA Brigham Physicians Group (BPG) is an established teaching primary care practice of Brigham and Womens Hospital dedicated to providing multi-disciplinary exceptional care to our community. We are a diverse and dynamic team focused on adult preventative medicine and chronic disease management. The practice is located within the BWH Health Center at Chestnut Hill just 1 mile from the Chestnut Hill Mall. The Center offers many of the same services found on the main campus including laboratory radiology and specialty care and our physicians are on staff at the BWH. BPG is Certified as a level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home which reinforces our long-standing commitment to comprehensive team-based care. This NP position will involve independent management or co-management of a panel of patients. Job Summary GENERAL OVERVIEW The Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who has acquired specialized knowledge and skills through completion of a nurse practitioner program. The practitioner has the credentials to function in an expanded nursing role and is responsible for the daily management of selected patients. The practitioner has responsibility for assessment and management of patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and continuous implementation and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. The Nurse Practitioner works with her/his collaborating physician in accordance with mutually developed practice guidelines members of the care team and is responsible to the Nursing Director or Executive Nursing Director for the area for issues specific to the discipline of nursing. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESONSIBILITIES A. Patient Care Organization direct care counseling and teaching to a select patient population. physical examinations and provides preventive health measures appropriate to patient needs. interprets and evaluates appropriate lab and diagnostic tests to assess patients clinical problems and health care needs. 4. Arranges for appropriate plan of care and follow-up based on outcome of diagnostic lab and physical assessment findings. laboratory tests appropriate for specific patient population. medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. pertinent patient care findings in the medical record. priorities for appropriate and efficient management of patient care that reflects cost effective management of time available human resources supplies and equipment. interdisciplinary approach to planning and communicating patient care information by discussing patient data with appropriate physicians and other health care professionals. the concepts of health maintenance prevention and promotion into daily practice through patient education and counseling. awareness of community resources and assists staff patients and families to effectively utilize them. B. Quality of Care in the development implementation and revision of nurse practitioner guidelines and monitoring requirements for prescription writing in collaboration with their designated physician and Nursing Director or Executive Nursing Director. outcomes of own patients care and makes necessary revisions in care plans. and provides consultative services as required. in departmental and organization quality improvement program. quality improvement data and research findings to enhance patient care. C. Coordination appropriate collaborative and consultative relationships with other providers within the institution and community. on Nursing and Hospital Committees and assumes responsibility for disseminating and communicating information to staff. D. Budget in setting productivity metrics and in cost effective management of personnel time supplies and equipment in his/her area. with the Nursing Director/Practice Manager/Executive Nursing Director in the recommendation of appropriate staffing patterns for their clinical areas. E. Personnel Management in selection process of new employees in group or team practice as requested. input into evaluation of other staff as appropriate. F. Education as preceptor for nursing students and staff as requested. in orientation of new staff. in Departmental and organization continuing education programs. own learning needs and updates clinical knowledge and skills through formal and informal education and review of current literature. lay and/or professional groups through lectures papers publications and educational materials. G. Planning annual objectives and reviews with Nursing Director or Executive Nursing Director and collaborating M.D. at time of performance review and at appropriate intervals. Completes annual credentialing process through the Nursing Department credentialing program. in determining evaluating and/or implementing clinical area goals and objectives. interdisciplinary approach for planning and communicating information for patient care and operation of practice. current knowledge of legislation that may affect the health care delivery system. H. Research in nursing research at a level consistent with educational background and experience. understanding of current research of others in related clinical areas through review of relevant publications. in grant writing as appropriate. Qualifications Education: Masters in Nursing (MSN) (or) DNP (or) PhD Degree in Nursing required. Completion of a Masters or post Masters degree in Adult or Family NP program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). Satisfactory completion of an approved formal education program which has as its objective the preparation of professional nurses to practice as nurse practitioner. Current Adult/Gerontology (AGNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certification by an accredited APRN certifying body required. Current APRN License to practice in Massachusetts Required. Experience: 1. Minimum five (5) years of experience in office-based Primary Care as an NP required. 2. Recent (within last 3 years) management of a panel 500 patients (as a PCP or as co-manager) required. 3. Demonstrated ability to care for a diverse adult patient population including acute and chronic disease management as an NP required. 4. Experience managing inter-visit care via asynchronous modalities including phone visits electronic communication and in-basket management as an NP required. 5. Prior experience working in a team-based care environment required. Other: ANA or other appropriate nursing certification in area of practice and authorization by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing to practice in the expanded role. DEA for prescription writing. Skills and Abilities Required Expert clinical judgement skills to function in the independent role Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills in order tocollaborate with patients families staff and community health workers. Ability to work with frequent stress resulting from busy clinical settings andchanging organizational climate. Ability to be self-directive and demonstrate initiative in addressingresponsibilities of position. Ability to utilize appropriate problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Working Conditions Works in a variety of patient care environments where there may be exposureto communicable disease and hazardous materials. Supervisory Responsibilities May assume responsibility for providing direction to designated personnel Additional Job Details (if applicable) na Remote Type Onsite Work Location 850 Boylston Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $50.70 - $134.78/Hourly Grade MNA2221Z 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 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. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc. 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 Veterans 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 . 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. Key Skills EMR Systems,Pain Management,Acute Care,Primary Care Experience,Suturing,Vital Signs Experience,Dermal Fillers,Experience Administering Injections,Pediatrics Experience,Nursing,Botox Experience,Medicare Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 50 - 134
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