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66550BRAuto req ID:66550BRJob Code:W0657P HLT Registered Staff Nurse III Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Registered NurseSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade () :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum of two years' experience in a specialty clinic, or ambulatory setting with one year experience in triage.
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills
Knowledge of and previous experience working with an electronic medical record
Ability to organize tasks, problem solve, and respond in times of multiple demands and urgent situations
Additional Information:
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Allergy Nurse:
Performs allergy testing according to policy and procedure
Performs allergy immunotherapy according to policy and procedure
Manages HUHS ordered and patient provided allergy serum and testing materials
Urgent Care (UC): Charge Nurse:
Provides direction to maintain a smooth and organized flow of the clinics
Serves as the front line, on-site team leader during shifts in UC
Demonstrates accountability for problem resolution
Works with the clinical leadership team to identify opportunities for improvement in the unit
Delegates responsibilities to all staff to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes
Provides feedback to nursing leadership team on the performance of the health assistants in UC
Provides and adjusts staffing needs in UC based on patient volume in collaboration with the leadership team
Ensures that all tasks are completed by the end of the shift
Anticoagulation Management Nurse:
Provides initial and continuing patient education regarding the use and management of anticoagulants and their inherent risks, as outlined in Anticoagulation Protocols.
Receives and interprets daily laboratory results relating to those patients enrolled in the anticoagulation service
Uses policy algorithms and best clinical judgment in making decisions regarding anticoagulant dosage adjustments and patient re-evaluation
Considers and refers any patient appropriate for independent INR monitoring
Reassesses patient understanding and compliance on a periodic and/or as needed basis, particularly in response to unexpected INR results or patient non-adherence
Collaborates with primary care team in the initiation and ongoing management of patients' anticoagulation, duration of treatment, special considerations, and patient adherence
Department:Internal MedicinePre-Employment Screening:Criminal, Identity, License/Cert. Schedule:
Schedule: This is a term position, 6 months.
Monday - Friday: 8 hours each day
Total: 40 hours per week
Job Function:Health Care School/Unit:University Health Services EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. Basic Qualifications:
Graduate of accredited nursing program
Minimum of 1 years relevant work experience
Certificates and Licenses:
Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts
Physical Requirements:
Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion
Ability to stand for extended periods
Working Conditions:
May be required to work evenings and weekends
Position Description:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager, the Float Registered Nurse at HUHS works collaboratively with the members of the health care team to support the delivery of care including health maintenance, episodic, acute and chronic care to the adolescent, adult, and older adult population of the University Community. The Float Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practice to drive clinical decisions related to individual and population health according to department guidelines, policies and procedures. The Float Registered Nurse also assists and provides coverage and support to other clinical areas at HUHS as needed.
Clinical Practice and Quality of Care
Assesses and systemically collects any data related to patient health status and works in collaboration with the patient and the interdisciplinary team to develop the plan of care
Incorporates appropriate standards of care for practice and patient outcomes
Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing nursing care of individual patients
Documents nursing assessment, interventions, evaluations and outcomes to reflect comprehensive and integrated approach to patient care
Provides care that is safe, ethical, patient and family-centered, culturally competent and evidence-based
There are common skills and responsibilities across the ambulatory setting (primary or specialty care). The skills and responsibilities that the RN at HUHS performs may include but are not limited to:
Telephone Triage
Manages secure message inboxes
In-person triage
Provides follow-up care and consultation
Provide support to clinical staff based on clinic demands
Reviews and acts on test results (labs, x-ray)
Reviews and manages communications from interdisciplinary team Initiates and monitors intravenous (IV) infusions
Assists or performs procedures (e. g., ECGs, dressing changes, subcutaneous or intra-muscular injections, etc.)
Provides patient education
Assists with medication management
Provides support with Coumadin Managment as needed
Completes accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Assists with management of urgent and emergent patient care situations
Serves as a mentor and resource to others
Assists with the coordination of care across the continuum of care
Assists with the management of patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care, behavioral health challenges while promoting and supporting prevention and wellness
May float to other clinics as needed
Other duties as assigned
Professionalism
Works independently within their scope of practice to achieve clinical outcomes
Maintains a level of professional development through continuing education, quality improvement initiatives and sharing of knowledge
Reflects understanding and strive to meet t
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