Endocrinology Registered Nurse

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

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. This is a part-time position (32 hours) with a schedule Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with Wednesday as a fully remote day once fully trained

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. Experience with an electronic medical records system required, preferably Epic. Schedule is 8:30am-5pm, 2 fixed days, days to be determined by department needs.

-This position will be primarily in our Kenmore office, but cross coverage may be needed in our Cambridge office

-Daily responsibilities include: managing individual RN schedule (injections, medication/device teaching, diabetes follow up), 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

-Outpatient experience preferred, ideally Endocrine specifically. However, we will train the right candidate.

-EMR experience required, Epic preferred

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 and comfortable with learning new technology including diabetes software and relevant smartphone applications. Interest in pursuing diabetes certification preferred, but not required.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

Excellent benefits Include:

· Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

· Generous Paid Time Off

· 10 paid holidays,

· Paid professional develpment,

· Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.54 - $49.59 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Endocrinology
• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Medical-Surgical

Physical setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center
• High acuity unit
• Hospital
• Long term care
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Completion bonus
• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Boston, MA 02215: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person