Nursing Practice Specialist – Medicine – MGH

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Part time 20 hour position, flexible hours. This NPS/CNS will primarily support White 10

White 10 (20 beds) is an adult inpatient medical unit. The unit serves patients from diverse backgrounds and geographic areas that present with acute and complex medical problems. Patients are generally admitted to this unit from the Emergency Department or as a transfer from one of the hospital’s intensive care units.

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Nurse Practice Specialist (NPS) provides clinical support at the bedside, ensures standard processes, and upholds evidence-based care to achieve the best patient outcomes. Applicants should be energetic leaders who develops collaborative relationships with staff, peers, and members of the interdisciplinary teams!

Incumbent will be responsible for developing programs, decision-making, management of quality outcomes, and participation in research activities within both units. Deliver care in the clinical environment, health promotion, disease prevention, health education, and patient and family counseling activities.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions
-Provides expert-level consultation and advises staff on the formulation of diagnoses and treatment plans for patients and families within two general medicine units.
-Plans and delivers relevant staff and patient education to nurses and other members of the health care team on matters regarding plan of care for patient and family.
-Actively participates in research and evidence-based practice activities that will positively affect patient care outcomes.
-Provide health care services to patients.
-Forming a diagnosis and management and treatment of illness and disease.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing required

Master’s Degree Nursing required

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse MA RN License

Preferred Clinical Nurse Specialist certification

Experience
Clinical nursing experience 3-5 years required

Clinical education experience 2-3 years preferred

Nursing leadership experience 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
– In-depth knowledge of clinical nursing care practices and principles.
– Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
– Proficiency in developing and implementing evidence-based care plans.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
– Leadership abilities to provide guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing staff.
– Ability to stay updated on the latest advancements in nursing skills and patient care through continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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