Certified Nurse Practitioner, Endocrine & Diabetes

Mass General Brigham Waban, MA 02462, US

$49.66 - $119.76 / hour

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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.

The Mass General Brigham Medical Group is a system-led operating entity established by Mass General Brigham to provide patient-centered, high-quality, and innovative community-based ambulatory care. This initiative is part of Mass General Brigham’s unified system strategy, which aims to bring health care services closer to patients while simultaneously reducing overall health care costs. The Medical Group offers a comprehensive array of services, including primary and specialty care, behavioral and mental health services, and urgent care. Care is delivered both digitally and at physical locations across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. In addition, the group provides outpatient surgery and endoscopy, imaging, cardiac testing, and infusion services. There is a strong commitment to ensuring patients receive coordinated and comprehensive experience at all locations, guaranteeing that each patient has access to the appropriate level of care throughout the system’s delivery sites.

We are seeking a highly skilled, dedicated, and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic Endocrine and Diabetes team. This position involves inpatient and outpatient care, primarily focused on diabetes management and some general endocrinology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diabetes management including experience with diabetes technologies (such as insulin pump and continuous glucose monitoring systems).

Our NPs work in a collaborative and patient-centric environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services and are responsible for:

• Developing individualized treatment plans for patients during hospitalization, considering each patients unique needs

• Staying informed about current standards of care in diabetes management and applying evidence-based practices.

• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients with diabetes.

• Communicating effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient progress, changes in treatment plans, and any relevant updates.

• Providing education on diabetes self-management, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence to patients and their families.

• Offering support and resources to empower patients in managing their diabetes both during their hospital stay and after discharge.

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic health records, documenting patient assessments and interventions.

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.

This is a 30-hour per week, day shift position. This NP will work (4) 6-8-hour shifts per week. We are located on the NWH Main Campus in the White building at 2014 Washington Street, Newton, 02462.

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner administers care in conjunction with the Medical Director of Occupational Health Services (OHS) within the scope of hospital policies and procedures, Departmental Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Massachusetts State regulations and standards of practice issued by The American Nurses Association and other professional organizations. The Nurse Practitioner practices under the medical supervision of the Medical Director of the OHS and/or designated physicians. Collaborates/cooperates with nursing staff and other hospital and health care disciplines for the promotion of health to the optimal level of wellness for patients, families, and the community.

The Nurse Practitioner's area of practice includes:

Assessing the health status of individuals and families by obtaining health and medical histories, performing physical examinations, diagnosing health and developmental problems, and caring for patients suffering from acute and chronic disease by managing therapeutic regimes according to guidelines approved and developed in compliance with 244 CMR 4.22 and, such other additional professional activities as authorized by the guidelines under which a Nurse Practitioner practices.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

-Practices in accordance with Adult Nurse Practitioner practice guidelines.

-Practices under the medical direction and supervision of the OHS Medical Director and/or designated physicians.

-Practices in accordance with written Clinical Practice Guidelines approved by the Medical Director of the OHS.

-Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates treatment.

-Consults with the OHS Medical Director or designee when practice is not supported by a written protocol.

-Documents the recommendations of the consultation, including the name of the physician consulted.

-Issues written prescriptions and orders tests and therapeutics pursuant to guidelines mutually developed and agreed upon by the Nurse Practitioner and supervising physician. (See Policy Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner Practice Guidelines for specific details.).

-Requests the supervising physician to review his/her prescribing practice at least quarterly.

-Conducts own monthly review to ensure practice is in accordance with practice guidelines.

-Respects patient privacy and ensures confidentiality.

-Collaborates with other departments and disciplines to ensure optimal care.

-Participates in the review and up-dating of clinical practice guidelines and department policies.

-Conducts preplacement physical examinations to ensure appropriate job placement of employees in accordance with the essential job functions and the ADA guidelines.

-Provide episodic health care to employees with illnesses or injuries.

-Identifies work or life stresses with the employee.

-Counsels employees within the scope of nurse practitioner practice and experience.

-Provides the appropriate referrals to managers, Human Resources, the Employee Assistance Program, community resources, etc.

-Manages and evaluates employees with work-related injuries.

-Communicates the employee's progress to supervisor/manager.

-Refers the employee to other providers as necessary to aid in recovery.

-Acts as a liaison between management and employees to ensure appropriate care and timely return to work.

-Communicates information as necessary to the Human Resources department and the claims service company to ensure proper reporting of information to the Massachusetts Industrial Accident Board.

-Makes recommendations to manager/supervisor regarding modified duty and plans for return to work.

-Implements programs and distributes informational pamphlets/brochures to increase employee awareness of wellness and safety.

-Provides employees with appropriate referrals to other providers or the Emergency Department.

Qualifications

Education

Other Certificate/Diploma Nursing required and Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred and Master's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Licenses and Credentials

Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

3 years clinical experience with occupational emphasis 3-5 years required and Minimum 1 year management/administrative experience in a health care setting 1-2 years required and Additional experience required, if any, by specialty 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge of the special needs and behaviors of infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult patients.

- Activities include patient care responsibilities with possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as blood and body fluids.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

2+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in diabetes care is required.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2000 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$49.66 - $119.76/Hourly

Grade

RN2602

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 package. In 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:

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 Veteran’s 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 (857)-282-7642.

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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.

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