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Mass General Brigham is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Somerville, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Staff At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. Registered Nurse, RN Overview: The staff nurse is a Registered Nurse (RN) who is responsible for providing compassionate care to and assessment of ambulatory patients within the Department of Urology. The Staff Nurse is responsible for screening patients, providing patients pre- and post-operative teaching, assisting with office procedures, and verifying test results. The Staff Nurse will work collaboratively with the members of the care team to develop treatment plans that will achieve optimal patient outcomes Principal duties and responsibilities: Patient Services - Procedures - Administers medications/injections when necessary - Assists with office-based procedures when necessary - Examinations - Performs pre-operative teaching and answers relevant questions - Performs post-operative teaching and answers relevant questions - Facilitates clinical sessions for physicians by reviewing the relevant patient history, physical examinations and reason for the visit, and records this information within the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Monitors patient medication lists needed for prescriptions and other supporting clinical data necessary to support clinical care - Visit Support - Returns patient calls that require clinical input - Gets in touch with patients on a case-by-case basis, or as instructed by the supervising provider - Phone Triage - Staffs nurse triage phone line, as assigned, fielding clinical calls from patients - Triages patients to appropriate caregivers based on level of urgency and patient needs Administrative - Compliance - Maintains Commonwealth of Massachusetts and MGH compliance requirements Operational Management - Active participation in the development and sharing of standard processes through interdepartmental meetings - Active participation in Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence efforts Citizenship/Professionalism - Ethics - Practices medicine in accordance with all regulatory requirements - Practices at the highest ethical levels in accordance with department and hospital mission/vision - Professional Standards - Maintains professional demeanor and appearance - Works well in a team environment - Shares knowledge with all staff levels and provides assistance as needed Professional Development - Maintains the standards and education requirements specific to the position and licensure - Completes the required hours of continuing education required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts bi-annually - Maintains membership in relevant professional associations - Attends internal and external education meetings and reads appropriate professional journals in order to maintain and enhance skills and clinical competence. It is encouraged to advance their medical and technical skills as appropriate to deliver optimal patient care Qualifications: SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: - Ability to assess medical history of patient, as well as patient concerns, and to determine any limitations/contraindications - Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately. - Knowledge of locations of emergency equipment and procedures - Knowledge and ability to deliver intravesical therapies - Knowledge of universal precautions - Effective interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to provide compassionate care to patients - Ability to lift over 25 lbs. Possess knowledge of and practices proper lifting mechanics - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development, and of patients of all age groups; Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver care appropriate to the age of patients service - Knowledge of compliance with MGH, JCAHO, HIPAA, ACGME and other regulatory bodies’ standards Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Preferred: 3 years of Nursing experience Working Conditions: - Ambulatory care setting - High volume specialty practice - Team-based environment - Ability to frequently lift up to 25lbs, stoop, bend, pull, place and retrieve material/equipment Reasons to Choose MGH - Mass General 1 hospital in New England based on U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2023-2024 - Collaborate with the best providers in medicine to provide quality care to our patients - Lucrative benefits and generous paid time off About Mas General Hospital Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work. Recruiter: DeBarros, Maggie Mass General Brigham Job ID 3306591. Posted job title: Nurse, Staff About Mass General Brigham Join the Mass General Brigham team Learn from others and be inspired. Work hard to solve for unknowns. Chase solutions. Be a part of something greater. At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. We’re helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs. Together, we’re connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care. Mass General Brigham provides a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities. Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report. Benefits Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Employee assistance programs