Nursing Jobs in Acton, MA
$95,000 - $110,000 / year
Join our team at Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center as a Staff Development Coordinator (SDC). Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services Full-time, days (Monday - Friday, 9:00AM- 5:00PM) Range: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually At Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we believe that investing in our team through education, training, and professional development is essential to delivering exceptional resident care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence , the Staff Development Coordinator (SDC) leads educational initiatives, supports clinical staff development, and promotes regulatory compliance through ongoing training and competency programs. Responsibilities for Staff Development Coordinator Infection Preventionist: Ensure the center maintains appropriate staffing levels and nursing care to support quality resident outcomes. Develop, coordinate, and provide education and training programs for new and existing employees. Conduct employee orientation and ongoing in-service education to ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate and organized education records, competency validations, and required documentation. Assist with admissions as needed and support the nursing department's overall workflow and resident care units. Collaborate with nursing leadership to identify educational needs and promote continuous staff development. Monitor compliance with mandatory training requirements and clinical competencies. Support quality improvement initiatives through education, coaching, and staff development. Qualifications for Staff Development Coordinator Infection Preventionist: Must possess a current, active, and unencumbered RN license in the state of Massachusetts. Prior experience as a Staff Development Coordinator, Infection Preventionist, or similar educational leadership role within a nursing center or healthcare setting preferred. Strong ability to build positive relationships and gain support from staff at all levels. Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills. Knowledge of long-term care regulations, nursing education, and staff competency requirements. Ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Our Core Values in Action Passion – Empowering caregivers through education and professional development to provide exceptional resident care. Respect – Supporting team members with encouragement, collaboration, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Excellence – Promoting clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement through high-quality education programs. Benefits for Staff Development Coordinator Infection Preventionist Tuition reimbursement Employee referral bonus Health, vision, and dental benefits 401(k) with match Employee engagement and culture committee Company-sponsored life insurance Employee assistance program (EAP) resources Join our team at Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 120-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us. The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. 
$86,964.80 - $156,520 / year
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Exempt Hiring Range: $86,964.80 - $156,520.00 (based on a full time schedule of 40 hours per week). Please note that the final offer will vary based on scheduled hours. Compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends - Every Third Weekend Scheduled Hours: 8-430 Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 40 Cost Center: 24030 - 4404 Discharge Planning This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Responsible for identifying individual patient needs and developing plans of care as well as engaging and integrating appropriate resources for optimal clinical and financial patient outcomes. Responsible for the efficient collection of meaningful clinical and utilization data to effectively support care coordination initiatives. I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Performs assessment of patient’s physical, functional, and psycho-social needs through the use of screening tools, direct patient and family communication, medical record review, and discussions with other care givers providing services to the patient. Identifies complex patients in need of intensive case management based on established clinical and financial criteria. 2. Performs admission and concurrent reviews as assigned. Performs inpatient reviews in accordance with payer requirements utilizing clinical criteria sets. Meets with 3rd party case managers to discuss cases and assures timely communication of relevant clinical information to third party payers as required. Educates practitioners on the level of care and documentation requirements. 3. Collaboratively facilitates the care of patients throughout the continuum of care. Works as a team member to support /collaborate with Care Coordination Team for monitoring level of care, and for identification of trends in clinical practices and opportunities for improvement. 4. Works with patients and families to establish objectives, goals and an action plan to meet the patient’s individual needs within the indicated level of care. Collaborates with the physicians, other care providers and community resources in the care planning process. 5. Contacts third party payer to clarify benefit eligibility, coverage, and available resources for patients. May negotiate conversion of benefits for previously non-covered services. Researches alternate sources of funding for non reimbursed services that are part of the patient’s treatment plan. 6. Coordinates, implements, monitors and evaluates outcomes of the discharge plan. Evaluates progress of this plan with the discharge planner, patient, family and the patient’s health care insurer. Goals, interventions and time frames are revised as needed as a means of assisting the patient to achieve his/her optimal level of health and functionality 7. Continually evaluates the patient’s level of care. Educates the patient, family and care team regarding resource options, facilitates decision making, initiates plans, and secures resources for the patient on an ongoing basis in complex cases. 8. Participates in quality improvement on a system level through identification of opportunities for improvement, collection and analysis of data, and participation in the development and application of revised processes. Supports departmental and medical center-wide performance improvement programs such as implementation and monitoring of clinical practice guidelines. 9. Fosters compliance with regulatory requirements, good practice, and patient care. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. 2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. 6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Massachusetts licensure as a registered nurse Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Three (3) years clinical experience in discharge planning or case management. 2. Ability to effectively use specialized computer-based systems for the gathering, reporting, and analysis of clinical data. 3. Excellent organizational and communications skills Preferred: 1. Utilization management and third-party payer knowledge Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions: Constantly: - Working indoors Frequently: - Sitting, standing, walking, reaching, grasping, repetitive movements, high stress level, color vision - Precise motor skills, hearing, vision - Lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing 0-10 pounds Occasionally: - Pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, temperature extremes, kneeling - Lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing 10-20 pounds All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. $122,803.20 - $173,867.20 / year
Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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: 40hrs, 3-13hr shifts, D/N rotation, weekend/holiday requirement Under general supervision and direction of the Cardiac Surgeons and Heart Center Intensivists, and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant practice, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will be responsible for the care of patients on the Cardiac Surgical Service, primarily those patients that are admitted to the Cardiac Surgery/Heart Center Intensive Care Unit. The starting pay rate for this position is: 143,873.60 • The APP will participate in daily rounds with nurses, other Advanced Practice staff, Intensivists, residents, and multidisciplinary caregivers; perform bedside diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, participate in the development and implementation of care plans, coordinate tests and consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring physicians, perform patient education, and prepare patients for discharge, all while keeping Surgeons and Intensivists updated as required. • The APP maintains open lines of communication between Cardiac Surgeons, Residents, Fellows, PAs, Nursing Staff, Cardiologists, Heart Failure team, Intensivists, and patients/families. Promotes a collaborative relationship and effort between the medical staff and professional nurses toward continuity of patient care and efficient use of resources. Serves as a role model for professional APP practice. Ideal Candidate will have: Required Skills: • Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, strongly preferred • Advanced knowledge of reading ECG, Radiology, and Laboratory data • Basic understanding of ventilators, PA catheters, Mechanical Circulatory Support devices, and vasoactive medications • Ability to function in a high intensity, complex unit within a multidisciplinary team. • Strong communication skills Required Experience: • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience, preferably Cardiac ICU preferred • Candidates with related experience (Trauma/ED, Inpatient Cardiology, Heart Failure practice) will be considered. General Summary The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. This NP specifically works as an NP in cardiac surgery, credentialed with Operative First Assist, and/or acts as a responding clinician for patients with ventricular assist devices. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to patient population in the cardiac surgery department. -Assists surgeons in the operating room, performing technical clinical procedures 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. -Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. -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. 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 in Cardiac Surgery preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Thorough knowledge of clinical surgical practices and procedures for cardiothoracic patients. - 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) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 55 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $122,803.20 - $173,867.20/Annual Grade 7 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: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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. 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. $95,000 - $100,000 / year
Overview About us: Fallon Health is a company that cares. We prioritize our members—always—making sure they get the care they need and deserve. Founded in 1977 in Worcester, Massachusetts, Fallon Health delivers equitable, high-quality, coordinated care and is continually rated among the nation’s top health plans for member experience, service, and clinical quality. We believe our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and unique capabilities allow us to better serve our members. We embrace and encourage differences in age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, physical and mental ability, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make people unique. Today, guided by our mission of improving health and inspiring hope, we strive to be the leading provider of government-sponsored health insurance programs—including Medicare, Medicaid, and PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)— in the region. Learn more at fallonhealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Brief summary of purpose: The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes face-to-face home visits for new enrollees within 30 days of enrollment to onboard and completes regulatory assessments. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes in person Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) in accordance with members assigned frequency. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes all new Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Assessments using the integrated time for task tool and well as yearly PCA reevaluations. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager is also responsible for the timely and accurate submission of yearly (and when there is a significant change in status) MDS assessments. Assessments are done primarily in person but may at times be completed telephonically. Responsibilities Overview Conducts home visits for onboarding and regulatory assessments. Completes HRAs and PCA assessments. Submits MDS assessments. Provides education on NaviCare case management program. Conducts telephonic assessments when appropriate. Collaborates with Care Team. Completes LTSS evaluations and collaborates with UM. Member Assessment, Education & Advocacy Conducts in-home assessments with motivational and culturally sensitive interviewing. Performs medication reconciliation. Completes State-required assessment tools per contract. Conducts functional assessments for LTSS programs. Participates in training and audits. Completes telephonic/virtual assessments. Maintains program/policy knowledge to educate members. Supports HEDIS, Medicare 5 Star, and other initiatives. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing mandatory and a Bachelors (or advanced) degree in nursing or a health care related field preferred. License : Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts Certification : Certification in Case Management strongly desired Other : Driving your personal motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position and the following requirements apply: Must possess a valid drivers’ license Must attest to no disqualifiers per Driver Safety Policy Must possess and provide proof of minimal state required auto insurance Must have reliable transportation Experience: 1+ years of clinical RN experience with complex medical, behavioral, and social co-morbidities. Ability to conduct assessments in-person and telehealth. Ability to work on interdisciplinary teams. Skill in screening social determinants of health. Strong communication and interviewing skills. Problem-solving skills and adaptability. Knowledge or willingness to learn regulatory requirements. Preferred experience: Home Health, OASIS/MDS, Medicare/Medicaid, face-to-face member interactions. Reliable home internet. Pay Range Disclosure: In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is around $95,000 - $100,000 per year, which reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and fit with the role’s responsibilities. Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #P01 
$95,000 - $100,000 / year
Overview About us: Fallon Health is a company that cares. We prioritize our members—always—making sure they get the care they need and deserve. Founded in 1977 in Worcester, Massachusetts, Fallon Health delivers equitable, high-quality, coordinated care and is continually rated among the nation’s top health plans for member experience, service, and clinical quality. We believe our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and unique capabilities allow us to better serve our members. We embrace and encourage differences in age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, physical and mental ability, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and other characteristics that make people unique. Today, guided by our mission of improving health and inspiring hope, we strive to be the leading provider of government-sponsored health insurance programs—including Medicare, Medicaid, and PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)— in the region. Learn more at fallonhealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Brief summary of purpose: The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes face-to-face home visits for new enrollees within 30 days of enrollment to onboard and completes regulatory assessments. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes in person Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) in accordance with members assigned frequency. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager completes all new Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Assessments using the integrated time for task tool and well as yearly PCA reevaluations. The Assessment Nurse Case Manager is also responsible for the timely and accurate submission of yearly (and when there is a significant change in status) MDS assessments. Assessments are done primarily in person but may at times be completed telephonically. Responsibilities Overview Conducts home visits for onboarding and regulatory assessments. Completes HRAs and PCA assessments. Submits MDS assessments. Provides education on NaviCare case management program. Conducts telephonic assessments when appropriate. Collaborates with Care Team. Completes LTSS evaluations and collaborates with UM. Member Assessment, Education & Advocacy Conducts in-home assessments with motivational and culturally sensitive interviewing. Performs medication reconciliation. Completes State-required assessment tools per contract. Conducts functional assessments for LTSS programs. Participates in training and audits. Completes telephonic/virtual assessments. Maintains program/policy knowledge to educate members. Supports HEDIS, Medicare 5 Star, and other initiatives. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing mandatory and a Bachelors (or advanced) degree in nursing or a health care related field preferred. License : Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts Certification : Certification in Case Management strongly desired Other : Driving your personal motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position and the following requirements apply: Must possess a valid drivers’ license Must attest to no disqualifiers per Driver Safety Policy Must possess and provide proof of minimal state required auto insurance Must have reliable transportation Experience: 1+ years of clinical RN experience with complex medical, behavioral, and social co-morbidities. Ability to conduct assessments in-person and telehealth. Ability to work on interdisciplinary teams. Skill in screening social determinants of health. Strong communication and interviewing skills. Problem-solving skills and adaptability. Knowledge or willingness to learn regulatory requirements. Preferred experience: Home Health, OASIS/MDS, Medicare/Medicaid, face-to-face member interactions. Reliable home internet. Pay Range Disclosure: In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is around $95,000 - $100,000 per year, which reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and fit with the role’s responsibilities. Fallon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 
