Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Department Chief, Nurse Leader or designee, this registered professional nurse provides practice support to a clinical team, recognizing the patient as the central focus, providing age appropriate nursing care to patients across the lifespan. This position is responsible for effective care delivery and management of patient care within a specialty, utilizing the nursing process and adhering to current standards of nursing practice. Communicates and coordinates effectively with all entities involved in the care of the patient to promote safe, high quality care. Makes decisions reflecting critical thinking and evidence based nursing practice.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Graduate of a State-approved school of nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Possess a current license to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Strongly prefer minimum of 2 years of RN experience, ideally in an ambulatory care or Endocrine setting. However, we will train the right candidate.
Experience with an electronic medical records system required, preferably Epic.
This position will be primarily in our West Roxbury office at 291 Independence Dr, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
40 hours - five 8 hour shifts (Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5pm depending on department needs) or four 10 hour shifts (days TBD but would be fixed, 7:30am-6pm)
Daily responsibilities include: managing individual RN schedule (injections, medication/device teaching, diabetes follow up/education), managing a virtual inbox including triaging patient calls, relaying lab results and responding to patient emails, and assisting our provider team with in clinic needs (i.e. medication teaching, diabetes education)
The ideal candidate should be comfortable with learning new technologies (smart phone applications and cloud-based software), if not highly proficient
SKILLS
Must exhibit strong critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal and patient interviewing skills. Highly motivated and self-directed. Possesses ability to interpret clinical information, assess the implication of treatment and develop and implement a plan of care. Demonstrates ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands. Is up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty. Demonstrates excellence in practice, documentation and cost effective care utilization. Maintains high patient satisfaction. Possesses ability to work effectively as part of a team. Fluent in basic computer skills.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, color, sex, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Excellent benefits Include:
* Up to 8% company retirement contribution,
* Generous Paid Time Off
* 10 paid holidays,
* Paid professional development,
* Competitive health and welfare benefit package.
Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
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