Nursing Jobs in Harvard, MA

RN Part-time
Emerson Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) Float Pool

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Chief Nursing Officer, responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Float Pool Department as directed by nursing management. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the stated philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Service Department, regulatory agencies and professional organizations. Accountable for the safety of nursing care they deliver or supervise. Responsible to the patient and the family or significant others for the quality of direct and indirect nursing care delivered. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of professional accredited nursing school required. Experience Previous Medical Surgical experience required. Licensure and/or Certification Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required. BLS healthcare provider required. Skills Basic nursing skills. Communication skills. o Assessment skills. Critical thinking skills. Organizational skills. Computer skills. Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to read, write and communicate in English. Excellent customer service skills required.
RN Med-Surg Oncology Telemetry Part-time
Emerson Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) Medical/Surgical Tele/Ortho/Oncology

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Registered Nurse – Wheeler 5 (Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, Orthopedic & Oncology Unit) About The Role Looking for a nursing career that offers variety, challenge, and growth? Join Wheeler 5 , our 23-bed adult unit that blends medical/surgical, telemetry, orthopedic, and oncology care . As a Registered Nurse here, no two shifts are ever the same. You’ll provide comprehensive care for a diverse patient population while collaborating with a skilled, multidisciplinary team. Reporting to nursing leadership, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care every day. What You’ll Do Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care using the full nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitor telemetry patients and support post-surgical, orthopedic, and oncology cases with specialized care. Create, implement, and update individualized care plans for patients and families. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate seamless care. Educate patients and families, empowering them with knowledge for recovery and self-care. Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes with accuracy. Mentor and support colleagues through preceptorship, teamwork, and professional development. Participate in unit and hospital initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes. Advocate for patient rights, privacy, and dignity always. What You Bring Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Current Massachusetts RN license. BLS certification required. Previous medical/surgical, telemetry, or orthopedic nursing experience preferred. Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills. Excellent organizational abilities and customer service skills. Comfort with computers and commitment to confidentiality. Why You’ll Love It Here Wheeler 5 is more than just a unit it’s a place where nurses expand their expertise across multiple specialties while making a real difference in patients’ lives. Whether you’re supporting a post-op recovery, monitoring complex telemetry cases, or caring for oncology patients, your role will be dynamic, rewarding, and impactful. You’ll join a collaborative team that values compassion, excellence, and continuous growth. Bring your skills, heart, and dedication to Wheeler 5, where every day is a chance to learn, grow, and make a difference. Apply today!
RN ER Part-time
Heywood Healthcare

Registered Nurse, Emergency Room, 20-Hours, Evening/Night, 4:00PM-2:00AM, Every third holiday, Every third weekend, Varied schedule Monday-Sunday, $15,000 Sign-on Bonus

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $15,000 Sign On Bonus! Hours: 20-Hours, Evening/Night, 4:00PM-2:00AM, Every third holiday, Every third weekend, Varied schedule Monday-Sunday, $15,000 Sign-on Bonus Hourly Rate: $37.26-$76.63 per hour. Job Summary: Under the direction of the nurse manager, performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities based on standards defined by the Emergency Department. Ability to function independently in the Emergency Department. Assessment skills, critical thinking skills and communication skills a must as well as a team player. Responsibilities Essential Functions Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Performs and documents initial assessment upon patients’ arrival and implements triage protocols as needed. Identifies patients at risk for potential/alleged abuse. Initiates safety plans for domestic violence, child, and elder abuse patients. Completes required mandated reporting in a timely manner. Collects and documents forensic evidence as per policy. Maintains chain of evidence per policy and procedures Completes mandated reports for stabbings, gunshot wounds, burns, and sexual assault per policy and procedure. Maintains knowledge of Disaster Policy and Procedure. Identifies patient at risk for violent behavior and appropriately implements non-violent intervention (i.e. Code 100). Demonstrates knowledge of the indications for, alternatives, monitoring and documentation of restraint to use. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Safely administers vasoactive medications demonstrating understanding of dosage, action, use, side effects, and titration parameters associated with maintenance of critical drips. Performs accurate and timely identification of cardiac arrhythmias. Institutes, monitors, and documents thrombolytic and anticoagulation therapy standards and protocols. Demonstrates skills associated with initiation and maintenance of the intubated patient including, suctioning, troubleshooting, and weaning. Accurately interprets arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry, and clinical features of impaired gas exchange and/or airway clearance. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Responsible for implementing components of the VAP bundle consistently and per protocol. Responsible for alerting the Nurse Manager/Director/Nursing Supervisor if there is a deviation from VAP bundle by Attending MD for case review and follow up as indication. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees) and distinguishes colors. Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education AS in nursing required, BS in nursing preferred. Minimum Work Experience 3-5 years ED experience preferred. Minimum Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurses, Current MA license ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire AHA PALS within six (6) months of hire TNCC, ENPC and CEN preferred
CMA Outpatient Full-time
Heywood Healthcare

Medical Assistant, Encompass Family Medicine, Heywood Medical Group, 40-Hours, Days

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 40-Hours, Days $20.00 - $26.39 JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of Management, Physician and/or Nursing, incumbent is responsible for assisting with patient care and medical office clinical support and clerical functions. Clinical duties include: Scheduling tests, obtaining and recording patient health information, including vitals and injections and rooming patients; performing in office testing, supporting providers; performing tasks /schedule management to help providers run on time; bucket management, schedule review; materials management and any other duties and locations as assigned. Must learn and perform new standards and processes as they are implemented and participate in customer service and patient satisfaction initiatives. Complete any assigned training. Perform phlebotomy services and administer vaccines. Clerical duties include: Answering phones, appointment scheduling, providing patient education. For complete description see below. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conducts interactions with everyone in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner. Goes out of his/her way to offer assistance to others. If he/she cannot offer assistance, then finds someone who can. Advocates to ensure privacy and confidentiality while helping others to maintain awareness. Maintains a clean and safe practice and hospital. Responds appropriately and immediately in emergency situations. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and/or staff to provide the highest level of physical comfort, and minimize risk and injury. Ensures compliance with regulations to maintain accreditation and licensure. Complies with the Heywood Healthcare Attendance and Tardiness Policy. Completed all Heywood Healthcare and Department Specific Mandatory requirements in the prior calendar year. Reports Incidents in a timely and effective manner. All employees with direct patient contact are responsible for actively engaging in the practice of, monitoring and enforcing compliance to hand hygiene. Provides patient care by assisting with implementation of care plans. Assesses health status, documents interventions and evaluates patient progress following standard procedures. Performs basic office laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, urine culture, hematocrit, sed rate, mono spot, pregnancy tests, throat cultures and related procedures. Performs basic clinical procedures such as venipuncture/phlebotomy. Prepares documents and administers vaccines/non-intravenous injections as directed. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, making phone calls and related duties as required or directed. Coordinates patient flow and prepares patient for examination. Takes and records vital signs and EKG’s. Documents intake assessment. Assists physician and others in clinical procedures as required or directed. Assist in triaging medical calls as per office protocol. Returns patient calls and documents in patient record as required or directed. Calls in prescriptions and refills as directed. Document prescription calls. Reviews laboratory results. Ensures abnormal results are brought to the attention of the physician and others as appropriate. Maintains records, reports, logs and other statistical information as required or directed. Processes Medical Records incoming and outgoing according to practice guidelines and regulations. Schedules and coordinates patient visits and medical procedures, for both inpatients and outpatients. Registers patients for each patient visit, utilizing computer based registration/scheduling system. Verifies patients insurance coverage and eligibility. Maintains assigned office and/or clinical supplies including vaccines. Assures accurate inventory of supplies based on approved levels. Rotates stock as required. Initiates requisitions for re-supply or special items. Issues and verifies patients managed care referral. Collects copays from patients for visits, maintains records and reconciles daily deposits. Completes tasks associated with clinical inbox/ practice buckets (personal, practice referral, medical record and others assigned) proficiently and in a timely manner. Instruments and equipment are prepared and sterilized according to procedure to support infection control. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. Demonstrates use of quality improvement in daily operations. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes in maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. Provide coverage when needed at other locations within Heywood Medical Group. All other duties and locations as assigned. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education High School diploma or equivalent required or must obtain within six months of employment Completion of accredited program in Medical Office Assisting (MOA) at an accredited school, or relevant job experience preferred. Required Certifications CMA/RMA or equivalent required. (Candidates with appropriate training or experience can obtain certification within six months of employment). BLS through American Heart Association required or must obtain within six months of employment Minimum Work Experience Experience in a medical office preferred. Required Skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills preferred. Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records is required. Ability to work flexible shifts, evening, and weekends required. Reliable transportation for travel between locations required. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Physical RequirementsExerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands).
CMA Full-time
Heywood Healthcare

Medical Assistant, Endocrinology, Heywood Medical Group, 40-Hours, Days

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 40-Hours, Days JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of Management, Physician and/or Nursing, incumbent is responsible for assisting with patient care and medical office clinical support and clerical functions. Clinical duties include: Scheduling tests, obtaining and recording patient health information, including vitals and injections and rooming patients; performing in office testing, supporting providers; performing tasks /schedule management to help providers run on time; bucket management, schedule review; materials management and any other duties and locations as assigned. Must learn and perform new standards and processes as they are implemented and participate in customer service and patient satisfaction initiatives. Complete any assigned training. Perform phlebotomy services and administer vaccines. Clerical duties include: Answering phones, appointment scheduling, providing patient education. For complete description see below. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conducts interactions with everyone in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner. Goes out of his/her way to offer assistance to others. If he/she cannot offer assistance, then finds someone who can. Advocates to ensure privacy and confidentiality while helping others to maintain awareness. Maintains a clean and safe practice and hospital. Responds appropriately and immediately in emergency situations. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and/or staff to provide the highest level of physical comfort, and minimize risk and injury. Ensures compliance with regulations to maintain accreditation and licensure. Complies with the Heywood Healthcare Attendance and Tardiness Policy. Completed all Heywood Healthcare and Department Specific Mandatory requirements in the prior calendar year. Reports Incidents in a timely and effective manner. All employees with direct patient contact are responsible for actively engaging in the practice of, monitoring and enforcing compliance to hand hygiene. Provides patient care by assisting with implementation of care plans. Assesses health status, documents interventions and evaluates patient progress following standard procedures. Performs basic office laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, urine culture, hematocrit, sed rate, mono spot, pregnancy tests, throat cultures and related procedures. Performs basic clinical procedures such as venipuncture/phlebotomy. Prepares documents and administers vaccines/non-intravenous injections as directed. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, making phone calls and related duties as required or directed. Coordinates patient flow and prepares patient for examination. Takes and records vital signs and EKG’s. Documents intake assessment. Assists physician and others in clinical procedures as required or directed. Assist in triaging medical calls as per office protocol. Returns patient calls and documents in patient record as required or directed. Calls in prescriptions and refills as directed. Document prescription calls. Reviews laboratory results. Ensures abnormal results are brought to the attention of the physician and others as appropriate. Maintains records, reports, logs and other statistical information as required or directed. Processes Medical Records incoming and outgoing according to practice guidelines and regulations. Schedules and coordinates patient visits and medical procedures, for both inpatients and outpatients. Registers patients for each patient visit, utilizing computer based registration/scheduling system. Verifies patients insurance coverage and eligibility. Maintains assigned office and/or clinical supplies including vaccines. Assures accurate inventory of supplies based on approved levels. Rotates stock as required. Initiates requisitions for re-supply or special items. Issues and verifies patients managed care referral. Collects copays from patients for visits, maintains records and reconciles daily deposits. Completes tasks associated with clinical inbox/ practice buckets (personal, practice referral, medical record and others assigned) proficiently and in a timely manner. Instruments and equipment are prepared and sterilized according to procedure to support infection control. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. Demonstrates use of quality improvement in daily operations. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes in maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. Provide coverage when needed at other locations within Heywood Medical Group. All other duties and locations as assigned. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education High School diploma or equivalent required or must obtain within six months of employment Completion of accredited program in Medical Office Assisting (MOA) at an accredited school, or relevant job experience preferred. Required Certifications CMA/RMA or equivalent required. (Candidates with appropriate training or experience can obtain certification within six months of employment). BLS through American Heart Association required or must obtain within six months of employment Minimum Work Experience Experience in a medical office preferred. Required Skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills preferred. Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records is required. Ability to work flexible shifts, evening, and weekends required. Reliable transportation for travel between locations required. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Physical RequirementsExerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands).
NP Full-time
Emerson Hospital

Nurse Practitioner Internal Medicine

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Job Summary Reporting to the Practice Manager, and under the general supervision and direct collaboration with the Supervising Physician, the nurse practitioner performs duties to assist supervising physicians in a wide range of clinical tasks. Responsible to manage a wide range of inpatient and outpatient duties, as well as emergency situations, while adhering to standard practices and established procedures. This position ensures the quality and safe delivery of care to patients of all ages. Education Minimum Qualifications Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (ARPN) ,Completion of a Masters' Degree or Doctoral Degree Experience 3+ years experience in primary care/family medicine. Licensure And/or Certification Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required. National certification as a Nurse Practitioner required (ARNP) with recertification every five years as required DEA license. BLS healthcare provider required. Must be able to attain and maintain privileges at Emerson Hospital as Nurse Practitioner Skills Computer skills required (EMR is GE Centricity) Understands and is committed to maintaining highest level of confidential information. Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, in collaborative settings, required. Strong interpersonal communication skills, on the phone and in person Excellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills Required. Excellent customer service skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Excellent problem-solving skills required, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical problems. Excellent customer service skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
RN ER Part-time
UMass Memorial Health

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health Leominster, MA
$56.64 - $59.40 / hour
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: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $56.64 - $59.40 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - One Major Summer Holiday, Holidays - One Major Winter Holiday, Weekends - One Full Weekend a Month Scheduled Hours: Various Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 0.1 Cost Center: 24050 - 2340 Emergency Room 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. Required: A minimum of 3 years of recent/current experience working as an Emergency Department RN HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital is part of the UMass Memorial Health Care system. Serving northern central Massachusetts, we are committed to improving the health of people through excellence in care and comprehensive health services. By exploring careers with us, you are committed to giving your best to our patients, our community and everyone working on our HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Care Team. Whatever your career choice, know that at HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital you can make a difference. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care using the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice within a specific unit or clinical area. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Nursing Process: Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of patient’s care. Maintains assignment of patients and caseload according to unit guidelines and established standards of practice. Uses positive customer service skills when communicating with patient and patient’s family. Utilizes the nursing process for the delivery and management of the patient’s care. Utilizes clinical reasoning and critical thinking. Involves patient, family/significant others and other disciplines in decision making related to the patient’s plan of care. Serves as a patient and family advocate. Implements interventions consistent with hospital standards of practice and prescribed medical plan of care and evidence based practice . Documents the patient assessment, plan of care, and response to intervention. Meets all unit documentation standards. Communicates and coordinates the patient’s plan of care to ensure continuity of care. Maintains competency in management of clinical emergencies. Provides complete communications in SBAR format (Situation, background, assessment, recommendations) to relieving staff members and demonstrates advanced planning for the patient. Navigates through the critical elements of the patient medical record software and HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Intranet. Clinical Practice: Demonstrates/applies the skill and judgment necessary to implement the medical/nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient. Bases clinical practice on evidence, unit guidelines, and professional standards to improve the quality of care and to guide clinical judgments. Demonstrates essential knowledge of pharmacology/medications in administering drugs and monitoring the patient’s response. Maintains competency with technology and equipment. Utilizes equipment in a safe manner. Uses appropriate infection control and safety practices in all duties. Acts as a charge nurse as requested by the nursing management team. Collaboration: Delegates responsibilities to others according to Massachusetts general laws and practice guidelines with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities. Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care. Works weekends, holidays and off-shifts as required by unit staffing needs. Climate: Influences others by establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships and professional development. Holds self accountable for professional practice. Presents self in a calm and professional manner and effectively verbalizes relevant problems during daily interactions, and/or staff meetings. Interacts and copes effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness. Participates in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care. Demonstrates knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings. Accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes when not able to attend. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care. Assumes responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth. Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory education requirements and unit specific education and competencies. Acts as a preceptor as requested. Job duties for all positions: The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital and serve as a role model for the CARES- It Happens Here customer service initiative. Demonstrates excellent work attendance and attends and actively participates in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required. Demonstrates a friendly, responsive, service-minded attitude to all customers. Communicates ideas effectively. Shares information and keeps others properly informed. Gives, and is open to useful feedback. Adheres to the HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital Code of Conduct and Behavior Standards. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements. Maintains, and fosters, a clean, safe work environment. Actively contributes to the development and application of process improvements. Maintains a collaborative, team relationship with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the group’s achievement of goals and to help foster a positive work environment. Demonstrates respect for the diversity of patient and employee populations. Supports and encourages diverse points of view, work and lifestyles. Practices cost containment and fiscal responsibility through the efficient use of supplies, equipment, time, etc. Performs a variety of related duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS : JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Ability to provide care for a designated group of patients according to the unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols. Ability to lead, guide and motivate staff. Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English. EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of a recognized school of Nursing A Bachelor’s degree (BSN) in Nursing is preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years of Nursing experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above, may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements . LICENSES, ETC.: Must have a current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License. Certification in a nursing specialty desired. 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.
CMA Outpatient Full-time
Heywood Healthcare

Medical Assistant, Encompass Family Medicine, Heywood Medical Group, 36-Hours, Days/Evenings, Mondays 8:30AM - 7:30PM, Tuesday - Thursday 7:30AM - 4:30PM

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 36-Hours, Days/Evenings, 6-Hours, Days/Evenings, Mondays 8:30AM - 7:30PM, Tuesday - Thursday 7:30AM - 4:30PM Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $26.39 JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of Management, Physician and/or Nursing, incumbent is responsible for assisting with patient care and medical office clinical support and clerical functions. Clinical duties include: Scheduling tests, obtaining and recording patient health information, including vitals and injections and rooming patients; performing in office testing, supporting providers; performing tasks /schedule management to help providers run on time; bucket management, schedule review; materials management and any other duties and locations as assigned. Must learn and perform new standards and processes as they are implemented and participate in customer service and patient satisfaction initiatives. Complete any assigned training. Perform phlebotomy services and administer vaccines. Clerical duties include: Answering phones, appointment scheduling, providing patient education. For complete description see below. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conducts interactions with everyone in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner. Goes out of his/her way to offer assistance to others. If he/she cannot offer assistance, then finds someone who can. Advocates to ensure privacy and confidentiality while helping others to maintain awareness. Maintains a clean and safe practice and hospital. Responds appropriately and immediately in emergency situations. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and/or staff to provide the highest level of physical comfort, and minimize risk and injury. Ensures compliance with regulations to maintain accreditation and licensure. Complies with the Heywood Healthcare Attendance and Tardiness Policy. Completed all Heywood Healthcare and Department Specific Mandatory requirements in the prior calendar year. Reports Incidents in a timely and effective manner. All employees with direct patient contact are responsible for actively engaging in the practice of, monitoring and enforcing compliance to hand hygiene. Provides patient care by assisting with implementation of care plans. Assesses health status, documents interventions and evaluates patient progress following standard procedures. Performs basic office laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, urine culture, hematocrit, sed rate, mono spot, pregnancy tests, throat cultures and related procedures. Performs basic clinical procedures such as venipuncture/phlebotomy. Prepares documents and administers vaccines/non-intravenous injections as directed. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, making phone calls and related duties as required or directed. Coordinates patient flow and prepares patient for examination. Takes and records vital signs and EKG’s. Documents intake assessment. Assists physician and others in clinical procedures as required or directed. Assist in triaging medical calls as per office protocol. Returns patient calls and documents in patient record as required or directed. Calls in prescriptions and refills as directed. Document prescription calls. Reviews laboratory results. Ensures abnormal results are brought to the attention of the physician and others as appropriate. Maintains records, reports, logs and other statistical information as required or directed. Processes Medical Records incoming and outgoing according to practice guidelines and regulations. Schedules and coordinates patient visits and medical procedures, for both inpatients and outpatients. Registers patients for each patient visit, utilizing computer based registration/scheduling system. Verifies patients insurance coverage and eligibility. Maintains assigned office and/or clinical supplies including vaccines. Assures accurate inventory of supplies based on approved levels. Rotates stock as required. Initiates requisitions for re-supply or special items. Issues and verifies patients managed care referral. Collects copays from patients for visits, maintains records and reconciles daily deposits. Completes tasks associated with clinical inbox/ practice buckets (personal, practice referral, medical record and others assigned) proficiently and in a timely manner. Instruments and equipment are prepared and sterilized according to procedure to support infection control. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. Demonstrates use of quality improvement in daily operations. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes in maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. Provide coverage when needed at other locations within Heywood Medical Group. All other duties and locations as assigned. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education High School diploma or equivalent required or must obtain within six months of employment Completion of accredited program in Medical Office Assisting (MOA) at an accredited school, or relevant job experience preferred. Required Certifications CMA/RMA or equivalent required. (Candidates with appropriate training or experience can obtain certification within six months of employment). BLS through American Heart Association required or must obtain within six months of employment Minimum Work Experience Experience in a medical office preferred. Required Skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills preferred. Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records is required. Ability to work flexible shifts, evening, and weekends required. Reliable transportation for travel between locations required. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Physical RequirementsExerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands).
RN Outpatient Full-time
Emerson Hospital

Device Clinic RN

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
$5k Sign on Bonus Job Summary The Device Clinic Registered Nurse is responsible for the overall organization of both in-office and remote pacemaker follow-ups. In office duties include patient scheduling, device interrogation, appropriate reprogramming, patient assessment, patient/family teaching, completion of clinical documentation, and billing. Remote device monitoring responsibilities include patient scheduling, review of downloaded patient device data at appropriate intervals, patient/family teaching, completion of clinical documentation, and billing. The Device Clinic Registered Nurse is responsible for communicating all relevant changes in patient and device status to the supervising cardiologist/cardiology nurse practitioner in a timely manner. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of a professional accredited nursing school required. Experience Minimum of 2 years of experience pacemaker/ICD device interrogation/reprogramming required. Licensure and/or Certification Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts. Current BLS certification HRS/NASPE certification preferred. Skills Competence in interrogation/reprogramming of Medtronic, Saint Jude Medical, Boston Scientific, and Biotronik pacemakers-ICD’s. Strong patient assessment skills. Advanced cardiac rhythm interpretation skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Excellent Computer Skills Required. Ability to maintain confidential information.
RN Part-time
Heywood Healthcare

RN Care Coordinator, Case Management, 8-Hours, Mornings, Weekends, 4 hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 8-Hours, Mornings, Weekends, 4 hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays Responsibilities Essential Functions: Utilization Management- Utilization Review and Care Transitions & Coordination Providing clinical information to payers, monitoring length of stay, seeking necessary care authorizations and utilizing the InterQual Program; appealing denials as indicated within a timely fashion. Reviews all new admissions and Observation patients within 24 hours of admission against High Risk Screening Criteria and documents outcome within the UM EMR. Completes assessments on re-admissions within 30 days including reasoning for re-admission documents findings and provides data to the department for stratifying data. Follows-up on lack of documentation for medical necessity, supporting documentation with discipline identified. Trackand trend opportunities for improvement resulting in late Insurance Reviews, longer lengths of stay; including educating providers to Interqual Criteria used for determining Admission or Observation status. Completes utilization reviews daily and/or as required by insurer, (concurrent and retro) for medical and/or psychiatric appropriateness according to Hospital's approved criteria timely and efficiently. Assesses, intervenes, evaluates and determines level of care to establish accurate admission and/or observation status; demonstrates basic knowledge of DRG reimbursement, evidenced by standardized measures for length of stay and acuity level status designation. Demonstrates clinical expertise specific to the issuance of ABN/HINN notice to patients and/or legal significant other and care progression. Keeping physician and team informed of status change and documenting status. Provides education and information to patient, family and care providers as it pertains to continuing care, care management, LOS, re-hospitalization and assure understanding of disease management Multidisciplinary Team Rounds-participates in discharge planning rounds daily. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team to determine each patient's needs concurrently including post-acute care when needed; addresses LOS issues, appropriate leveling of patient status; addressespotential needs, resources, referrals for other disciplines etc. Quality & Statistical Data: Reviews medical record for abnormal findings,complications, delays and deviations from expected clinical outcomes reports such to Provider and/or Director to maintain an efficient, cost effective episode of care for each patient and documents intervention provided. Acquires knowledge to keep up with changes in technology and regulations. Utilizes knowledge to redesign systems for improving performance. Continuously prioritizes projects, activities, and tasks to ensure deadlines and customer needs are met. Assists with preparation of reports/statistics as it pertains to staff specific workflow. Denials/Appeal Process: Completes assessment of denial within 1 week providing supporting documentation with outcome of review; documents intervention in the UR EMR section. Prepare written appeal letters, termination letters, discharge notices, MOON and IMs when appropriate as per regulatory standards and department policies. Report any variances, trends to director. Submits denials/appeals when completed to the department secretary for processing. Discharge Planning:Communication: builds rapport and responds to needs of physician, reviewers for managed care plans, healthcare team members, 3rd party payers, outside reviewers and vendors to enhance internal and external customer service satisfaction. Responsible for completing nursing sections of the SNF Level of Care forms for Mass Health patients in need of care SNF placement, timely and efficiently and other forms assisting in transition of care as identified and collaborates with the social worker. In the event of an emergency, Care Coordinator may complete the form in full and process it to help expedite discharge planning process and length of stay. The Discharge Planning Process:Completes discharge planning assessments timely, efficiently and completely following regulatory standards and departmental policies assuring appropriate patient flow. Appropriately levels patient for home discharge with or without services or to another type of facility such as a SNF, Acute Rehab etc. Develops coordinates and implements discharge plan on cases assigned with patient and/or family/so caregiver. Identifying patient preference and selection choice for HHA/SNF placements having patient preference form checked off and signed/dates by patient and/or so. When plan is in place, notify provider establish and determine anticipated readiness for discharge, keeping patient/family/so informed and documenting such in the EMR. Closes case out using appropriate forms for transition of care communication timely and efficiently. The Care Coordinator collaborates with the team to assist the Multidisciplinary Team in providing discharge planning activities to assist in expediting a patient’s discharge as part of the care transitions process. It is the expectation that the Care Coordinator remains current and proficient in the discharge planning process in the event coverage is needed. Performs any and all other duties as assigned by director and/or designee. Statement of Other Duties: This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements: Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, flexibility, concern for order, initiative, self-confidence, self control, customer service orientation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education BSN preferred Minimum Work Experience Previous UR/QA experienced required 2 years of healthcare experience within the Acute Care, SNF, HHA, Behavioral Health and/or Insurance Industry preferred Minimum License and Certifications Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License Required Skills Interqual experience or equivalent preferred Meditech Expanse experience preferred Proficient computer skills required Must have effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Excellent critical thinking Ability to multitask and flexibility essential Discharge planning experience as it pertains to the care transitions, referral process, patient preference/choice services, patient & family satisfaction, post discharge follow-up etc.
RN Part-time
Emerson Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Department

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR) Location: Emerson Health – Concord, MA Are you passionate about providing exceptional surgical care and thrive in a fast-paced environment where every detail matters? Join our dynamic Operating Room team at Emerson Health and play a vital role in helping patients through some of life’s most important moments. As an OR Nurse , you’ll be more than just part of the surgical team. You’ll be a key player ensuring safety, comfort, and compassionate care throughout the entire intraoperative experience. You’ll circulate, scrub, and collaborate with talented surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses in our state-of-the-art surgical suites . What You’ll Do Coordinate and deliver age-appropriate, patient-centered care during surgical procedures. Act as the patient’s advocate verifying identity, ensuring safety, and monitoring every detail from prep to recovery. Scrub and circulate for various procedures, handling specialty instruments and technology with confidence. Create a calm, safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and anticipating patient and surgical team needs. Support and mentor new perioperative team members and serve as a resource and leader when needed. Document care accurately and work collaboratively to meet and exceed quality standards. Why You’ll Love Working Here Team-Centered Culture: Work with a supportive, highly skilled OR team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes. Professional Growth: Opportunities to precept, take on charge roles, and advance your perioperative skills. Community Impact: Be part of a hospital that’s small enough to feel personal but big enough to provide top-tier care. What We’re Looking For Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred). Current Massachusetts RN license and BLS certification (CNOR a plus!). Perioperative nursing experience preferred but if you’re new to the OR, our Periop 101 program may be the perfect fit. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about joining a hospital where compassion meets excellence and every team member’s contribution matters, we’d love to hear from you.
CNA Part-time
Heywood Healthcare

NA/CNA, Watkins 2, 24-Hours, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm, Every other weekend, Every other holiday

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
$18.50 - $26.39 / hour
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 24-Hours, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm, Every other weekend, Every other holiday NURSE AIDE - $18.50 - $24.41 CNA - $20.00 - $26.39 Job Summary: The C.N.A. acts as a vital member of the patient care delivery team, performing delegated nursing duties, environmental service duties and food service duties to enhance the satisfaction level of the hospitalized patient. Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures under direction of a licensed nurse. Collects basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily care (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, etc). Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.) Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent patient according to established standards. Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards). Provides timely and thorough information on assigned patients to supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members. Participates in learning for colleagues and self (attends educational programs, in-services, assist with orientation of new staff). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, shampooing, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Obtains heights and weights of assigned patients per care plan. Assists patients with ambulation using appropriate technique (i.e. gait belt). Assists patients with turning in bed and transferring from bed to stretcher or chair using appropriate technique (i.e. transfer mattress). Provides incontinent care to patients. Assists patients with eating and drinking per care plan. Maintains and documents fluid intake, output measurements and vital signs on patients per care plan. Assists with obtaining late trays as needed. Maintains infection control precautions per Infection Control Policy. Cleans the food refrigerators on a weekly basis. Maintains unit food inventory on a daily basis. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Functional Demands Physical Requirements: Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees), reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and feels (perceiving attributes of items as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally crouches (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), and stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist). Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma preferred AHA CPR certification obtained within 60-days of hire Minimum Work Experience 1 year experience working in a long term care facility. Med/Surg experience preferred. Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required -OR- A minimum of 75 hours in an accredited nursing program to include completion of first rotation -OR- Active EMT or Paramedic Certification -OR- Active Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification -OR- Active Home Health Aide Certification Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program OR previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide
LNA Full-time
Covenant Health (MA)

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Covenant Health (MA) Nashua, NH
$1 - $1,000,000 / year
Job Summary: Summary Renders nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff, RNs and LPNs, and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Practices according to the ANA guidelines of care as adopted by the Nursing Division. Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act of NH. Performs various patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Documents all care provided to the patient in the Electronic Health Record. Such as Vital Signs, Intake, Output, Mobility, pain, and skin abnormalities. As well as important information related to interactions with the patient and/or visitors. Reports any unusual or changes in patient condition to the primary RN and/or charge RN Completes bedside shift hand-off report routinely and independently. Answers call lights to determine patients’ needs in a timely manner. Understands and demonstrates initiatives for improved response times to our patient’s needs such as NO PASS ZONE. Performs bladder scans, EKG’s, CPM’s, assists with cold therapy and other appropriate medical procedures upon completion of appropriate competencies. Bathes patients daily and assists with personal hygiene to increase their comfort and wellbeing. Encourages and assists all patients daily with routine ambulation and mobility, unless otherwise ordered by the attending provider or instructions by the primary RN, and documents activity in the Electronic Health Record. Serves and collects food trays, assists with intake for patients requiring help, and provides between–meal nourishment. Collects samples for testing i.e., urine and fecal occult. Assists with specialty beds and mattresses Assists with skin and wound care under the direction of a nurse. Expresses interest in the patient and their progress, assuring patient needs are met. Uses judgment in providing information based on the situation and is sensitive to individual and organizational concerns. Demonstrates effective verbal and non-verbal communication technique. Provides a secure and safe environment for behavioral health patients after completing appropriate competencies for one to one, constant observation, and continuous Visual remote monitoring. Performs continuous visual monitoring of patients, initiated by the primary RN, upon completion of assigned competencies related to equipment and role responsibilities. Explains any nursing care given to involve the patient in their care. Demonstrates willingness to rotate among various shifts or departments to adjust staffing to meet patient care needs. Assists with performing in the Hospital Unit Coordinator role as necessary to meet the needs of the unit. Prepares equipment and assists other nursing staff during treatments and examination of patients. Uses equipment/safety protocols and policies in providing care and transport to patients. Demonstrates understanding of the fall prevention measures for all patients assessed by the RN as high fall risk. Communicates with the RN and provides report to on coming LNA any concerns. Utilizes AIDET when interacting with patients and assists with providing hourly rounding to all patients. Completes all assigned annual competencies by due dates. Maintains adequate patient care hours for licensure. Maintains current license and certifications required at all times. Avoids use of unauthorized overtime. Manages ETO (Earned Time Off) per policy Other duties as consistent with this role. Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation Education and Experience High School Graduate or GED preferred Current Hampshire LNA license required BLS/CPR AED Certification required An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. Working Conditions/Physical Demands Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care. Americans with Disabilities Statement Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. Standard of Business Conduct Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct. Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Our Core Values: •Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. •Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. •Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. •Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history). Comp Range: $21.55 - $29.68 Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position. Our people make the difference. See firsthand what makes our employees and culture shine!
RN Part-time
UMass Memorial Health

RN, Foster Wing, 24hr, Nights, 7p-7a

UMass Memorial Health Leominster, MA
$39.54 - $74.06 / hour
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.54 - $74.06 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Sunday through Saturday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend Scheduled Hours: 19-07 Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 24 Cost Center: 24050 - 1420 Progressive Care Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) 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 the planning, delivery and management of direct patient care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice. I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Utilizes the Nursing Process for the delivery and management of patient’s care from Admission to Discharge, appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. 2. Performs patient assessment/reassessment according to standard procedure. 3. Develops and coordinates individual plan of care including discharge planning. 4. Directs, supervises, coordinates and evaluate nursing care within assigned clinical setting. 5. Delegates appropriately to others in accordance with job description and competency level. 6. Documents patient care according to standard procedure. 7. Develops, implements/coordinates and documents Education Plan for patient/family/ significant other. 8. Ensures quality and continuity of care through collaboration with other health care providers. 9. Administers medications, performs treatments, therapies and operates equipment according to policy and procedure. Assists physician with treatment and procedures and special tests as required or directed. 10. Participates in and supports Nursing Governance activities. 11. Assumes responsibility for professional growth. Assists in education and development of staff. 12. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and demonstrate the use of quality improvement in daily operations. 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. Current Massachusetts Nursing licensure and registration. 2. BLS is a requirement for every RN unless advance cardiac life support (ACLS) certification is current, in addition to any unit specific certifications and competencies. Preferred : 1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing highly preferred. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing. 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: Work is considered medium. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. 7p-7a, EOW/EOH or ETW/ETH. 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.
CMA Other
Fallon Health

Physician - SNF-ist - PACE Program - Worcester MA - flexible Schedule

Fallon Health Worcester, MA
$285,000 - $310,000 / year
Overview Join a Mission-Driven Team at Fallon Health Summit ElderCare! Position: SNFist (Skilled Nursing Facilityist) – PACE Program in WORCESTER, MA Salary Range: $285,000–$310,000/year, based on skills and experience. At Fallon Health, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. As part of our Summit ElderCare PACE program , you’ll be at the forefront of a growing, innovative model of care that helps older adults live safely and independently at home. If you’re passionate about quality over quantity , enjoy working in a collaborative interdisciplinary team , and want to make a real difference in the lives of frail elders, this is the opportunity for you. Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday, 8-hour days with a flexible schedule , and an optional administrative day with no direct patient care . Patient-centered Care: See an average of 5 -6 patients per day Team-based Culture: Work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team of geriatric care professionals Mentorship & Growth: Benefit from strong peer mentorship and leadership support Mission-driven Work: Help frail elders avoid nursing home placement and live with dignity in the community "PACE is the future of elder care—and Fallon Health is leading the way. If you’re looking for a career where your time, expertise, and compassion truly matter, Summit ElderCare is the place to be." About us: Fallon Health’s Summit ElderCare® is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly–PACE for short. PACE, an alternative to nursing home care, is a program that helps people 55 and older continue living safely at home. At Fallon Health, we believe our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and unique capabilities enable us to serve our members better. 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. The Summit Eldercare skilled nursing facility physician is responsible for providing high-quality, participant-centered care to patients in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). He/she will manage medically complex, post-acute and long-term care participants residing in Skilled nursing facilities. He/she will be responsible for initial and ongoing care at the assigned SNFs, optimizing participants’ health outcomes, in coordination with the SNF and Summit Eldercare Interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities Clinical care and oversight Review and cosign (when required) interdisciplinary documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory alignment. Perform duties including, but not limited, to admission H&P, regulatory required physician visits, medications and treatment plans review, signatures on all orders and progress notes. Manage and coordinate treatment for participants with multiple chronic medical problems, acute/arising conditions, and complex medication regimens Lead and oversee all transitions, including hospital to SNF, ensuring timely and effective care Conduct daily or scheduled rounds in assigned skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) Collaborate closely with the SNF staff i.e. nursing staff, Director of nursing, rehab team, etc. Coordinate closely with the Summit Eldercare interdisciplinary team members Participate in daily SE IDT meetings and communications as needed to ensure effective, appropriate, and coordinated care Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, facility staff and SE IDT members regarding patient goals, treatment plans and care transitions Build and sustain trusted relationships with SNF medical directors, Directors of Nursing, and key SNF clinical leaders to enhance care consistency and collaboration between SNFs and Summit Eldercare Maintain a regular, visible presence in each assigned SNF, promoting physician accessibility and adherence to PACE principles Partner with hospitalist, SE primary care provider and other team members, to support smooth transitions of care and reduce hospital admissions and readmissions Collaborate with SE team in meeting related utilization metric and MLR goals Regulatory compliance Ensure compliance with all CMS physician services requirements for SNFs, including required visit frequency, supervision requirements, medical oversight, and documentation standards When applicable, supervise advanced practitioners following state law and CMS regulations Document all physician visits and orders in compliance with SNF EMR standards and PACE documentation requirements. Participate in grievances reviews, when applicable, in collaboration with the SE team Review and co‑sign (when required) interdisciplinary documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory alignment. Qualifications Education: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited school of medicine License/ Certifications: MD or DO licensed in Massachusetts Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or Geriatrics (preferred) DEA certification 1+ year experience with frail or elderly populations Passion for team-based, patient-centered care Experience: 2-3 years’ experience in post-acute care, long-term care or geriatric settings Strong clinical skills in managing complex, frail patients with multiple chronic medical problems, preferably in a skilled nursing facility setting Knowledge in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) regulations and standards of care preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team model, PACE model of care preferred Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) Pay Range Disclosure: In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is $285,000 to $310,000 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
RN OB/GYN Per Diem
Covenant Health (MA)

Registered Nurse-Spec Care/OBGYN Per Diem

Covenant Health (MA) Nashua, NH
$1 - $1,000,000 / year
Job Summary: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintains competencies on Mother/Baby, GYN, Pedi and basic Med-Surg. Maintains competencies in either L&D or ‘sick baby’ management (L&D track and/or Nursery track). Once training and competencies are completed in the RN’s designated ‘track’, and the Clinical Director and Clinical Resource Nurse deem appropriate, the RN may train to the other track if desired—both sets of competencies must be maintained. Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital Compliant in completion of all unit specific competencies and requirements required to care for all patients/patient types with the department. Involved in quality improvement planning and processes for the area of practice Clinical documentation and care plans completed comprehensively for all patients assigned in a timely manner Seeks feedback regarding practice and takes actions as appropriate. Practice reflects knowledge of current practice standards (ANA, NH Nurse Practice Act, Specialty standards) Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through hand offs , walking rounds, and physician/provider interaction. Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by following established procedures and protocols Implements resources and initiatives that are in place or in process to improve patient safety. Works within guidelines of Just Culture Environment to promote error reporting and adoption of safe practices. Assures issues are addressed through appropriate use of the chain of command Completes appropriate rounding in collaboration with LNAs (Licensed Nursing Assistant) on all assigned patients Identifies and assists in correction of patient care safety issues. Recognizes and praises excellent performance in colleagues and co-workers, when identified Builds respectful relationships through early and pro-active identification of concerns, complements or suggestions Collaborates unit to unit and shift to shift for resolution of conflicts and issues in a timely manner Consults with nurses in other department /units to draw upon expertise in other clinical areas/specialties Displays professional , positive perspective at all times, including when faced with difficult circumstances Seeks opportunities to assist all team members Displays willingness to resolve tension within the unit or department, for example, by volunteering to accept an admission, or adjust an assignment Demonstrates practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization. Assists with solution identification in response to problems and conflicts Effectively delegates aspects of care and unit activities to other nursing personnel Collaborates in planning, supervising, and instructing other nurses and assistants. Works collaboratively with nursing students and instructors Participates in peer review of colleagues Demonstrates characteristics of the SPIRIT of St. Joseph Hospital with a commitment to my co-workers and holds peers accountable for the same Avoids use of unauthorized overtime Manages ETO per policy Other duties as consistent with this role. Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills STABLE course completion certification preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation. K2 Maternity Crisis Modules required by 6 months post hire or prior to specialty track orientation completion (whichever is first) Basic Fetal Monitoring required by 6 months post hire or prior to L&D specialty track orientation completion (whichever is first) Intermediate Fetal Monitoring or K2 Fetal Monitoring module completion required or obtained prior to completion of orientation. Complete Breastfeeding Self Study / Clinical Management of Breastfeeding for Health Professionals (Jean Loiselle) completion required or obtained prior to completion of orientation. Complete Periop 101 OB required within 6 months after completion of specialty track orientation completion. NEDS (Organ Donation) education/review required annually Malignant Hyperthermia education/review required annually Vaccine education (per Vaccine For Children/NH Immunization Program) required Point of Care testing (pH testing, ROM+, glucose testing) Unit specific education review biannually, including but not limited to: Period of Purple Crying, Safeguarding Their Tomorrows, Safe Sleep, Metabolic Screening, Hearing Screenings, CCHD testing (Congenital Cardiac Heart Disease screening), etc. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation. Education and Experience Current New Hampshire RN license required Basic Cardiac Life Support required Basic Dysrhythmia preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation. Neonatal Resuscitation Program required by 6 months post hire or prior to specialty track orientation completion (whichever is first) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred Graduate of an approved Nursing program preferred Specialty Certification preferred upon hire; required within 2 years of eligibility Our Core Values: Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history). Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Our Core Values: •Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. •Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. •Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. •Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history). Comp Range: $35.10 - $48.34 Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position. Our people make the difference. See firsthand what makes our employees and culture shine!
RN Full-time
Covenant Health (MA)

REGISTERED NURSE

Covenant Health (MA) Nashua, NH
$1 - $1,000,000 / year
Job Summary: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Renders professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital and carries out orders placed by provider responsible for the patient’s medical care. Provides comprehensive clinical documentation including care plans each shift Seeks feedback regarding practice and takes actions as appropriate. Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through Bedside shift report, Multidisciplinary rounds, and Hourly Rounding (AIDET) Compliant in achieving unit specific competencies and requirements Completes all net learning modules within timeframe identified. Helps to promote a culture of well-being (ex. decreasing alarm fatigue). Promotes a positive culture/atmosphere within the department each shift. Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by following established procedures and protocols Identifies and assists in correction of patient care safety issues. Works within guidelines of Just Culture Environment to promote error reporting and adoption of safe practices. Assures issues are addressed through appropriate use of the chain of command Participates in Daily unit-based safety Huddles Knowledge and understanding of the organization's over-all strategic plan Remains up to date with unit-based nurse sensitive indicators (such as CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, HAPU, FALLS, HH and VAE). Actively participates in quality initiatives and performance improvement to improve patient outcomes. Collaborates with nurses in other department/units to draw upon expertise in other clinical areas/specialties Seeks opportunities to assist all team members Develops and implements performance goals based on self-assessment and performance feedback Assures patient education materials are culturally competent Serves as preceptor for new nurses Participates in DNV survey readiness. Demonstrates practice that is consistent with the tenets of shared governance and with the philosophy of the unit and the organization. Assists with solution identification in response to problems and conflicts Effectively delegates aspects of care and unit activities to other nursing personnel. Collaborates in planning, supervising, and instructing other nurses and assistants. Works collaboratively with nursing students and instructors Participates in peer feedback process of annual reviews. Participates in the employee engagement survey Demonstrates characteristics of the SPIRIT of St. Joseph Hospital with a commitment to my co-workers and holds peers accountable for the same Avoids use of unauthorized overtime Manages use of ETO (Earned Time Off) per policy Completes dysrhythmia course prior to completion of orientation. Required for all telemetry-based departments. Maintains current nursing licensure and certifications, required for the department Other duties as consistent with this role. *For Occupational Health: Enter orders for labs, x rays, EKGs or other testing as per protocol. Access providers in basket to follow up on labs and tests ordered per protocol. Document point of care tests after completion of testing. Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills Basic Dysrhythmia preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained prior to completion of orientation Education and Experience Current New Hampshire RN license required Basic Life Support certification required Graduate of an approved Nursing program preferred Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Our Core Values: •Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. •Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. •Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. •Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history). Comp Range: $33.43 - $46.04 Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position. Our people make the difference. See firsthand what makes our employees and culture shine!
RN Labor and Delivery Full-time
Emerson Hospital

RN Labor & Delivery

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery About The Role Bring your skills, compassion, and calm presence to one of life’s most meaningful moments. As a Labor and Delivery RN , you’ll support mothers, babies, and families through labor, delivery, and the postpartum experience. Reporting to the Director of Obstetrical Nursing, you’ll provide safe, high-quality, family-centered care while collaborating with physicians, midwives, and a dedicated team of professionals. Every shift brings the opportunity to make a lifelong impact. What You’ll Do Provide labor support, fetal monitoring, and comprehensive care during labor and birth. Circulate for cesarean section deliveries and assist in emergent situations. Care for mothers and newborns in the immediate postpartum period. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for mothers and infants. Educate and empower patients and families throughout their childbirth journey. Support continuity of care across Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and Special Care Nursery when needed. Supervise and delegate care to support staff, ensuring safe and effective practice. Document all patient care clearly and accurately according to policy. Participate in quality improvement, unit projects, and ongoing professional education. Advocate for patients’ rights, privacy, and dignity in every interaction. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred. Current Massachusetts RN license. BLS certification within 3 months of hire. NRP certification within 6 months of hire. Fetal monitoring certification and ACLS preferred. Previous labor and delivery experience strongly preferred. Excellent assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills. Ability to work collaboratively, stay organized, and respond quickly in fast-paced situations. Comfort with computer systems and commitment to confidentiality. Why You’ll Love It Here Few roles are as rewarding as guiding families through childbirth. Here, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and celebrates the joy of bringing new life into the world. From the first contraction to those first precious moments after delivery, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring safety, comfort, and unforgettable care. Join our Labor & Delivery team and be there for the moments that matter most. Apply today!
RN Med-Surg Pediatric Full-time
Emerson Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical Adult/Pedi Unit

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Adult & Pediatric Unit About The Role Looking for a nursing role that offers variety, challenge, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across all age groups? As a Registered Nurse at our Medical-Surgical Adult & Pediatric Unit, you’ll provide comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric patients in a supportive, team-focused environment. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, you’ll be part of a collaborative care team where every shift brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and provide exceptional care. What You’ll Do Deliver safe, age-appropriate nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient needs. Create, modify, and document individualized plans of care for patients and families. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and deliver holistic care. Educate patients and families, empowering them with knowledge for recovery and health management. Supervise and delegate responsibilities to support staff, ensuring safe and effective care. Participate in unit projects and hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Mentor and support fellow nurses through preceptorship and professional development. Uphold patient rights, privacy, and dignity in every interaction. What You Bring Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current Massachusetts RN license. BLS certification required. PALS preferred. One to two years of medical-surgical nursing experience preferred. Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills. Comfort with computers and commitment to confidentiality. Excellent customer service and teamwork abilities. Why You’ll Love It Here This is more than a job it’s a chance to grow your nursing expertise while caring for a diverse patient population. In our Med-Surg Adult & Pediatric Unit, you’ll experience the full spectrum of nursing, from stabilizing complex adult cases to supporting children and their families through recovery. You’ll be supported by a collaborative team, encouraged in your professional development, and valued for the care and compassion you bring to every patient. Join us and bring your skills, heart, and dedication to a team where every patient and every shift matters. Apply today!
RN Psych Part-time
Emerson Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit

Emerson Hospital Concord, MA
Job Summary The Registered Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the Behavioral Health unit, as directed by nursing management. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the stated philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Service Department and Behavioral Health unit, regulatory agencies and professional organizations. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the safety of nursing care they deliver or supervise. The Registered Nurse is responsible to the patient and the family or significant others for the quality of direct and indirect nursing care delivered. Line responsibility to the Director, Behavioral Health Services or designee. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of professional accredited nursing school required. Experience Previous experience in a mental health environment preferred. Licensure and/or Certification Currently licensed to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required. BLS Healthcare provider required. CPI achieved within 3 months of hire required. Skills Basic nursing skills and assessment skills required. Must have strong communication skills. Critical Thinking Skills Required. Strong organizational skills. Computer skills and proficiency. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Ability to protect confidential information.
RN Full-time
UMass Memorial Health

Nurse Navigator

UMass Memorial Health Leominster, MA
$78,873.60 - $141,980.80 / year
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Exempt Hiring Range: $78,873.60 - $141,980.80 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Monday through Friday Scheduled Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 35 Cost Center: 24050 - 3500 Radiology Diagnostic Union: MNA-HealthAlliance Leominster (Massachusetts Nurses Association) 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. Guides patients through the healthcare system from screening through diagnosis and follow up, by assisting with access issues, developing relationships with service providers and tracking interventions and outcomes. Promotes a positive work environment which emphasizes respect to our customers, patients, patients’ families, providers, caregivers, and other departments. Serves as a clinical expert in the care of these patients. I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Facilitates the entry of patients into the diagnostic and/or treatment system and coordinates their care including family involvement. Follows the patients throughout the continuum of health care services across multiple departments. 2. Assists patients in understanding their diagnosis, treatment options, recommended follow up and resources available. 3. Utilizes nursing process to comprehensively assess the patients’ physical and psychological sta-tus. 4. Evaluates progress of patients along the continuum and is responsible for professional and per-sonal modifications along with the healthcare team as appropriate. May assist with tracking of post care patients to ensure post treatment standards of care are met along with referrals. As necessary, ensures that patients receive clinical satisfaction surveys. 5. Coordinates and participates in multidisciplinary planning conferences, collaboratively assists with the development of patient summaries for use by care team. 6. Provides patient and family education across the continuum of care and facilitates symptom management. 7. Provides access to community resources and links to support services such as: social services, nutrition services, psychologist, pastoral care, physical therapy, rehabilitation therapy, financial counseling, pharmacy, and related organizations. May coordinate and participate in patient support groups with Social Workers. 8. Assists with tracking metrics and quality indicators for diagnosing and treating promptly and ef-fectively. May assist with production of relevant quality improvement reports. 9. Develop, implement, support and/or attend related programs/workshops/seminars/support services, etc. 10. Utilization and optimization of data systems to identify and triage patients and track data out-comes. 11. May assist with calls to Clinic and perform telephone triage within the scope of practice as a li-censed registered nurse. 12. May work across multiple campuses and settings. 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. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. 2. Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse licensure and registration. Preferred: 1. Masters Degree in Nursing. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Minimum of 5 years nursing experience. 2. Excellent teaching, consultation, and customer service skills. 3. Excellent critical thinking skills. 4. Demonstrates leadership experience. 5. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. 6. Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Preferred: 1. Skilled with utilization of EMR and other software. 2. Experience with Project Management. 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: Work is considered sedentary. Position requires work indoors in a patient care and office environment. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR CANCER CENTER ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities: Same Differences in Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Breast Nurse Navigators require accreditation through NAPBC. Preferred: 1. Oncology Certification preferred unless a Breast Nurse Navigator. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Minimum of 5 years oncology experience in specific disease site (breast, lung, GI, etc) and post-surgical nursing. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR PALLIATIVE CARE ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities: Same Differences in Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Preferred: 1. Palliative Care Certification. Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. Previous Palliative Care experience. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR ORTHOPEDIC CARE ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities – Differences if an APP is hired: 1. Responds to patient/family/provider issues and concerns in timely manner, including but not limited to writing prescriptions, interactions with post-acute care providers, obtaining imaging studies to identify possible complications, rounding on patient floors, and responding to tasks and triaging patient care or provider issues etc. 2. Develops relationships with post-acute care providers, including SNF, home health, inpatient rehab. Monitors patients' length of stay, condition, and is the point of contact for patient, family, and providers to assist in ED and readmission avoidance. 3. Assists in the development of clinical pathways and consistency of the care provided by our providers. Differences in Qualifications for All Staff: Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. 2 years of previous Orthopedic care experience. 2. Previous experience with risk-based episodes of care. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR ENDOSCOPY (BUNDLE) CARE ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities – Differences if an APP is hired: 1. Responds to patient/family/provider issues and concerns in timely manner, including but not limited to writing prescriptions, interactions with post-acute care providers, obtaining imaging studies to identify possible complications, rounding on patient floors, and responding to tasks and triaging patient care or provider issues etc. 2. Develops relationships with post-acute care providers, including SNF, home health, inpatient rehab. Monitors patients' length of stay, condition, and is the point of contact for patient, family and providers to assist in ED and readmission avoidance. 3. Assists in the development of clinical pathways and consistency of the care provided by our providers. Differences in Qualifications for All Staff: Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. 2 years of previous Endoscopy care experience. 2. Previous experience with risk-based episodes of care. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR NEUROLOGY CLINIC ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities: Same. Differences in Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Preferred: 1. Certification in Neurosciences. 2. Ambulatory Nurse or other ANCC certification. Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. Experience in acute care and/or other Neurological disease specific conditions. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR STROKE ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities: Same. Differences in Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Must have a minimum of eight hours of education per year on cerebrovascular disease and stroke. 2. Must obtain NIHSS and mRS certification within one month after start date. 3. Must obtain SCRN certification within 18 months after start date. Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. Experience in acute care and/or other Neurological disease specific conditions. 2. Ambulatory Nurse or other ANCC certification. ADDENDUM FOR CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities: Same. Differences in Qualifications License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. 2. Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse licensure and registration. Preferred: 1. Master’s degree. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Experience working with patients with COPD and asthma diagnoses, educating them in disease management, self-education in medication management and lifestyle changes. 2. Experience helping patients navigate the health care system in managing anxiety and depression related to chronic pulmonary disease. Preferred: 1. Experience triaging patients with pulmonary exacerbations (across post-acute care settings) with PCPs and pulmonologists to avoid ED visits and hospitalizations or readmissions. 2. Familiarity with Better Breathers Clubs to support COPD patients post discharge from hospital or post-acute SNF or inpatient rehab facility to help with ongoing education and emotional support in the community. Familiarity with smoking cessation programs and group support options, net-working opportunities for patients living with chronic lung disease. 3. Familiarity helping adults better manage their asthma by using programs such as Breathe Well, Live Well: The Guide to Managing Asthma at Home and Work as a tool to educate and empower patients to take control of their asthma. ADDENDUM FOR PRIMARY CARE FIRST AND POST-ACUTE CARE ROLE Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities Same. Differences in Qualifications License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. 2. Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse licensure and registration. Preferred: 1. Master’s degree. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Experience working with Medicare or attributed PCF / UMMACO beneficiaries with a mix of behavioral health conditions and multiple chronic conditions, assisting with medication review and reconciliation as they transition from one care setting to the next, educating them in disease management, self-education in medication management, recommending referrals to SUD/OUD addiction coaching or bridging clinic as needed 2. Experience helping patients navigate the health care system to obtain appropriate behavioral health services, psychiatric consults, access to therapy, guidance in managing anxiety and depression related to chronic disease (e.g. CHF, CKD), provide guidance in end-of-life care, recommend referrals to palliative care and hospice based on eligibility and suitability Preferred: 1. Experience triaging patients with multiple BH / SUD and medical co-morbidities across acute and post-acute care settings with PCPs and specialists (e.g. cardiologists, nephrologists, endocrinologists, urologists, neurologists, psychiatrists, therapists) to avoid ED visits and hospitalizations or readmissions 2. Provides education, information, and referral to specialized intervention programs, including but not limited to substance abuse detoxification, psychiatry consults, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation and wellness and prevention services. Advocates and works to resolve problems of patient access to these services. Follows up with patients to complete and evaluate social service referrals, working with medical and mental health providers as well as community service agencies to develop alternate plans when indicated 3. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with community resources and agencies (HHAs, Hospices, community-based palliative care programs, mental health clinics, other CBOs) through telephone, electronic and/or direct contact. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR TB/HARM REDUCTION ROLE – OP NORTH AREA Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities Same Differences in Qualifications License/Certification/Education: Preferred: 1. Experience in community settings treating TB, HIV, or Sexual Transmitted infections. Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Same. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR IN NUCLEAR MEDICINE AREA Position Summary: Guides patients through the healthcare system for Nuclear Theranostics within Nuclear Medicine. Provides guidance for treatment, support, and follow up, by assisting with access issues, developing relationships with service providers and tracking interventions and outcomes. Promotes a positive work environment which emphasizes respect to our customers, patients, patients’ families, providers, caregivers, and other departments. Serves as a clinical expert in the care of these patients. Major Responsibilities 1. Point of contact for Theranostics. Responsible for coordination of care with other specialties such as Radiation Therapy, Radiation Oncology, and Cancer Center. 2. Facilitates the entry of patients into the diagnostic and/or treatment system and coordinates their care including family involvement. Follows the patients throughout the continuum of health care services across multiple departments, as it pertains to the theranostic treatment plan. 3. Responsible for Prior Authorization of treatment plan and associated imaging. 4. Orders radiopharmaceutical directly through supplier and communicate any changes as appropriate. 5. Maintain radiation safety training/awareness and triage phone calls regarding concern for exposure/contamination. 6. Support a training program for caretakers (internal and external) who need to be aware of these patients in our community. Differences in Qualifications License/Certification/Education: Same Experience/Skills: Required: Same. Preferred: 1. Previous experience in a Nurse Navigator position. 2. Previous clinical experience in Oncology. 3. Knowledge of radiology/radiation safety. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR IN HEART FAILURE DISEASE MANAGEMENT AND STRUCTURAL HEART PROGRAM Position Summary: The Nurse Navigator is a member of a team that specializes in managing advanced heart failure/structural heart patients and the role is to support the medical team in providing highly specialized care . Works with inpatient Heart Failure and Structural Heart Team to identify patients and includes coordination of patient care across the continuum of care including: inpatient, outpatient, LTC, hospice, palliative care, and home care. Major Responsibilities – Same except for these additions: 1. Responsible for remote monitoring surveillance (HeartLogic and CardioMEMS) as necessary. 2. Develops and maintains patient database accurately, and able to interpret and analyze data to spot trends in care. 3. Provides education to staff and affiliated providers about Heart Failure Disease Management and Structural Heart Program. Differences in Qualifications: Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Minimum of 3 years of Cardiology RN experience. 2. Ability to work in a strong team environment. 3. Excellent assessment and documentation skills. Proficient and accurate in documentation. Preferred: 1. Previous experience with Epic. ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR IN INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY Position Summary: Same. Major Responsibilities, other than responsibilities listed in main part of JD. 1. Assist with optimization of patient’s pre-procedure including medication review/holds, chart review, pre-procedure clearance, and post-procedure navigation. Differences in Qualifications License/Certification/Education: None Experience/Skills: Required: 1. Minimum one year experience in surgical/procedural service line (eg. IR, vascular surgery). ADDENDUM FOR NURSE NAVIGATOR RADIOLOGY BREAST CENTER Position Summary: Functions as an extension of the Radiologists within the Mammography division by assisting with process tasks, regulatory data entry and monitoring, and other duties to assist with Provider workflow. Major Responsibilities: 1. Assist with advanced imaging pre appointment coordination and patient Medical Record evaluation to determine appropriateness for procedure. Differences in Qualifications: Experience/Skills: Preferred: 1. Previous experience in a Nurse Navigator position. . 2. Radiology background. 3. Experience with Breast Imaging or Breast Oncology Care. 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.
CNA Temporary
Heywood Healthcare

Temporary NA/CNA, GPU, 24-Hours, Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Every other weekend and holiday

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 24-Hours, Evenings, 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Every other weekend and holiday Nurse Aide: $18.50 - $24.41 Certified Nurse Aide: $20.00 - $26.39 Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or designee, the Nursing Assistant performs various functions in accordance with established standards of care, standards of practice and policies and procedures for nursing service. Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures under direction of a licensed nurse. Collects basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily care (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, etc). Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.) Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent patient according to established standards. Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards). Provides timely and thorough information on assigned patients to supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members. Participates in learning for colleagues and self (attends educational programs, in-services, assist with orientation of new staff). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Ensures that GPU patients are appropriately dressed in street clothes and are well groomed. Transports patients to other departments for scheduled tests. Launders patient clothing and keeps it in good condition for patient use while hospitalized. Performs patient safety checks on the unit. Participates in the redirection and/or de-escalation of the disruptive or potentially violent patient. Performs close supervision (1:1) of patients as assigned and monitors patients’ needs during this time. Demonstrates an understanding of the needs of the geriatric population with psychiatric illness. Monitors patient activity for overall safety in the Activities Room of GPU. Participates in scheduled patient groups and activities as assigned. Assists patients with ambulation as needed to maintain or improve their functional ability. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements: Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees), reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and feels (perceiving attributes of items as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally crouches (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), and stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma preferred Required Licenses Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required -OR- A minimum of 75 hours in an accredited nursing program to include completion of first rotation -OR- Active EMT or Paramedic Certification - OR - Active Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification -OR- Active Home Health Aide Certification AHA CPR certification obtained within 60-days of hire Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program OR previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide Minimum Work Experience 1 Yr experience working in a long term care facility
RN Part-time
Heywood Healthcare

Registered Nurse, Watkins 1, 16-Hours, Nights, (2) 8-hour shifts per week, Every other weekend and holiday, Work schedule is Monday - Sunday, Weekends are Friday and Saturday night

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 16-Hours, Nights, (2) 8-hour shifts per week, Every other weekend and holiday, Work schedule is Monday - Sunday, Weekends are Friday and Saturday night $37.26 - $76.63 Job Summary: The telemetry RN will provide competent and caring nursing skills while upholding the mission, vision, and values of Heywood Hospital. Able to interpret cardiac rhythm strips and to act/react to those findings including knowledge of IV drip titration as appropriate to W1/telemetry patient needs. This position includes assessment, interpretation of physiologic elements, development of nursing plan of care, patient education, communication with physicians, etc. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Interprets and documents patient cardiac rate, rhythm and configuration (PR ST segment) and initiates appropriate treatment plan based on physician orders. Institutes appropriate measures in life threatening situations. Evaluates and takes appropriate action for patients with chest pain or other cardiac related symptoms. Participates actively in daily multi-disciplinary rounds for planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating patient care. Recognizes normal and abnormal laboratory and diagnostic results and appropriately notifies the physician of changes in a timely manner. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Recognizes normal and deviant progress patterns and reports problems or concerns to physician in a timely manner. Provides ongoing assessment and teaching to the surgical patient/family, utilizing current standards and protocols. Utilizes pain management devices and other techniques to ensure proper pain relief. Sets up, maintains and troubleshoots other equipment related to the surgical patient such as; traction/orthopedic equipment/devices, feeding pumps, chest tubes and drains, etc. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Physical Requirements:Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS Behavioral Attributes:The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing• MOAB class required within 60 days of hire Minimum Work Experience• 1 year med-surge experience preferred• Previous telemetry experience preferred Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current MA RN License ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire
RN OR Full-time
Heywood Healthcare

Registered Nurse, Operating Room, 30-Hours, Days, With Call, $12,500 Sign-on Bonus

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! This job may be eligible for a $12,500 Sign-On Bonus! Hours: 30-Hour, Days, With Call Job Summary: Operating Room (OR) RN is a valuable member of Perioperative and Surgical team. Responsibilities of the OR RN include, but are not limited to, circulating and scrubbing in surgical cases, monitoring patients and administering moderate sedation in select cases per Heywood Hospital’s moderate sedation policy. OR RN takes call per operating room rotation as required by the operational needs. Responsibilities Essential Functions Conducts interactions with everyone in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner. Goes out of his/her way to offer assistance to others. If he/she cannot offer assistance, then finds someone who can. Advocates to ensure privacy and confidentiality while helping others to maintain awareness. Maintains a clean and safe hospital. Responds appropriately and immediately in emergency situations. Maintains a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and/or staff to provide the highest level of physical comfort, and minimize risk and injury. Ensures compliance with regulations to maintain accreditation and licensure. Complies with the Hospital Attendance and Tardiness Policy. Completed all Hospital and Department Specific Mandatory requirements in the prior calendar year. Reports Incidents in a timely and effective manner. All employees with direct patient contact are responsible for actively engaging in the practice of, monitoring and enforcing compliance to hand hygiene. Assesses (and reassesses), plans, implements, and evaluates nursing interventions/plans of care/patient goals. Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides patient/family teaching based on identified learning needs, readiness to learn, and barriers to learning. Collaboratively plans and prepares patient/family for discharge incorporating support systems/resources as necessary. Appropriately delegates and supervises nursing interventions performed by others. Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, reassigns personnel as necessary, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.). Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent data, therapeutic interventions and patient responses according to established standards. Provides timely and thorough report on assigned patients to other health care team members to ensure integration of services and continuity of patient care. Promotes learning for colleagues and self (e.g. functions as preceptor, instructor, trainer, attends professional development programs, etc.). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Identifies ethical issues in care and develops plan to address. Safely administers medications and intravenous therapy in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, policies and procedures. Assesses patient pain level upon admission and as necessary, depending upon diagnosis utilizing the numerical pain scale. Reassesses effectiveness of pain control and notifies physicians as needed, as well as, documents assessment and patients’ response to medication. Responsible for obtaining supporting information and completing required documentation related to medication reconciliation for use by the Attending MD. Collaborates with surgeon, anesthesiologist, clinical coordinator and surgical technicians to assure the patients’ well being during surgical intervention. Maintains sterile fields and directs the correct care, handling, and sterilization of sterile supplies and instruments. Identifies patients correctly by checking patient identification bands and consent forms as well as verifying operative procedure and site before taking patients to the operating room. Applies principles of aseptic practice, oversees the selection and preparation of supplies, equipment and instrumentation to all surgical cases. Applies principles of body mechanics and adapts them to various situations during positioning and transfer of patients. Assures that all techniques and practices carried out during the surgical procedure are accurate and reflect standards of perioperative practice. Maintains sponge, needle and instrument counts according to policies and procedures, including notifying the surgeon of the result of the counts. Identifies, labels, cares for and handles all specimens and cultures according to established policy and procedure. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Physical Requirements : Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and feels (perceiving attributes of items such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Qualifications : Current MA RN License required. ACLS upon hire OR must hold an active BLS card and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire. Recent OR experience required. CNOR preferred. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills required. Must take call per unit rotation.
CNA Full-time
Heywood Healthcare

NA/CNA, Watkins 1, 32-Hours, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm, 4 days per week, Every other weekend and holiday, Sunday through Saturday

Heywood Healthcare Gardner, MA
Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 32-Hours, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm, 4 days per week, Every other weekend and holiday, Sunday through Saturday NURSE AIDE - $$18.50 - $24.41 CNA - $20.00 - $26. Job Summary: The C.N.A. acts as a vital member of the patient care delivery team, performing delegated nursing duties, environmental service duties and food service duties to enhance the satisfaction level of the hospitalized patient. Responsibilities Essential Functions Provides patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures under direction of a licensed nurse. Collects basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse. Assists patients with activities of daily care (e.g. personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, etc). Appropriately prioritizes patient care (e.g. seeks assistance as needed from appropriate resources, recognizes need for emergency intervention, etc.) Respects each patient as an individual; provides care that fosters the patient’s sense of dignity and positive self-regard. Provides thorough, timely, and accurate documentation of all pertinent patient according to established standards. Maintains clean and safe work environment (identifies and/or removes safety hazards). Provides timely and thorough information on assigned patients to supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members. Participates in learning for colleagues and self (attends educational programs, in-services, assist with orientation of new staff). Proactively identifies risk to patient safety and identifies opportunities to reduce medical/health care errors (i.e. appropriate reporting of errors/incidents). Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, shampooing, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Obtains heights and weights of assigned patients per care plan. Assists patients with ambulation using appropriate technique (i.e. gait belt). Assists patients with turning in bed and transferring from bed to stretcher or chair using appropriate technique (i.e. transfer mattress). Provides incontinent care to patients. Assists patients with eating and drinking per care plan. Maintains and documents fluid intake, output measurements and vital signs on patients per care plan. Assists with obtaining late trays as needed. Maintains infection control precautions per Infection Control Policy. Cleans the food refrigerators on a weekly basis. Maintains unit food inventory on a daily basis. Prepares room for the next patient by cleaning and making bed. Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees), reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and feels (perceiving attributes of items as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of fingertips). Occasionally crouches (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), and stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes The following behavioral attributes are required: achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service oriented, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking and information seeking. Qualifications Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma preferred AHA CPR certification obtained within 60-days of hire Minimum Licenses and Certifications Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification required -OR- A minimum of 75 hours in an accredited nursing program to include completion of first rotation -OR- Active EMT or Paramedic Certification - OR- Active Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification -OR- Active Home Health Aide Certification Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program OR previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide Minimum Work Experience 1 year experience in a long term care facility. Med/Surg experience preferred.