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The Newton-Wellesley Hospital Division of Palliative Care provides both inpatient consultation and outpatient co-management for patients facing serious illness.
We are seeking a per-diem Nurse Practitioner to support our Palliative Care team. We are located to 2014 Washington Street in Newton, MA. The Nurse Practitioner will be able to cover shifts mainly during the day but will participate in night telephone call and weekend coverage as needed.
The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, in concert with a multi-disciplinary team, provides initial and ongoing clinical assessment for patients with advanced and/or progressive medical conditions who are referred for palliative care consultation.
The Nurse Practitioner will modify the plan of care, as needed, in collaboration with the attending and/or consulting physicians. The main foci are pain and symptom management, assisting with decision-making and determining goals of care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide and facilitate
emotional, spiritual, bereavement support, and coordination of care until death or discharge. The Per Diem Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner has the option to alternate time between the inpatient and outpatient clinical practices, with the schedule clearly delineating which days/weeks will be dedicated to each setting ahead of time.
Are you ready to bring your talent to this team and join us in driving medicine forward?
Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner administers care in conjunction with the Medical Director of Occupational Health Services (OHS) within the scope of hospital policies and procedures, Departmental Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Massachusetts State regulations and standards of practice issued by The American Nurses Association and other professional organizations. The Nurse Practitioner practices under the medical supervision of the Medical Director of the OHSand/or designated physicians. Collaborates/cooperates with nursing staff and other hospital and health care disciplines for the promotion of health to the optimal level of wellness for patients, families, and the community.
The Nurse Practitioner's area of practice includes:
Assessing the health status of individuals and families by obtaining health and medical histories, performing physical examinations, diagnosing health and developmental problems, and caring for patients suffering from acute and chronic disease by managing therapeutic regimes according to guidelines approved and developed in compliance with 244 CMR 4.22 and, such other additional professional activities as authorized by the guidelines under which a Nurse Practitioner practices.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Practices in accordance with Adult Nurse Practitioner practice guidelines.
-Practices under the medical direction and supervision of the OHS Medical Director and/or designated physicians.
-Practices in accordance with written Clinical Practice Guidelines approved by the Medical Director of the OHS.
-Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates treatment.
-Consults with the OHS Medical Director or designee when practice is not supported by a written protocol.
-Documents the recommendations of the consultation, including the name of the physician consulted.
-Issues written prescriptions and orders tests and therapeutics pursuant to guidelines mutually developed and agreed upon by the Nurse Practitioner and supervising physician. (See Policy Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner Practice Guidelines for specific details.).
-Requests the supervising physician to review his/her prescribing practice at least quarterly.
-Conducts own monthly review to ensure practice is in accordance with practice guidelines.
-Respects patient privacy and ensures confidentiality.
-Collaborates with other departments and disciplines to ensure optimal care.
-Participates in the review and up-dating of clinical practice guidelines and department policies.
-Conducts preplacement physical examinations to ensure appropriate job placement of employees in accordance with the essential job functions and the ADA guidelines.
-Provide episodic health care to employees with illnesses or injuries.
-Identifies work or life stresses with the employee.
-Counsels employees within the scope of nurse practitioner practice and experience.
-Provides the appropriate referrals to managers, Human Resources, the Employee Assistance Program, community resources, etc.
-Manages and evaluates employees with work-related injuries.
-Communicates the employee's progress to supervisor/manager.
-Refers the employee to other providers as necessary to aid in recovery.
-Acts as a liaison between management and employees to ensure appropriate care and timely return to work.
-Communicates information as necessary to the Human Resources department and the claims service company to ensure proper reporting of information to the Massachusetts Industrial Accident Board.
-Makes recommendations to manager/supervisor regarding modified duty and plans for return to work.
-Implements programs and distributes informational pamphlets/brochures to increase employee awareness of wellness and safety.
-Provides employees with appropriate referrals to other providers or the Emergency Department.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing required
Other Certificate/Diploma Nursing required
Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] in the state of MA required
Experience
3 years clinical experience with occupational emphasis 3-5 years required Minimum 1 year management/administrative experience in a health care setting 1-2 years required
Additional experience required, if any, by specialty 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of the special needs and behaviors of infant, child, adolescent, adult, and older adult patients.
- Activities include patient care responsibilities with possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as blood and body fluids.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
When hiring, we look for candidates who possess not only the relevant skills and competencies, but also positive attitudes, emotional intelligence, and genuine passion for this work. Due to the nature of this setting, the ideal candidate has 2+ years' experience as an NP in palliative care or hospice, in depth knowledge of pain and symptom management, and preferably hospital experience, particularly in oncology or intensive care.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
2014 Washington Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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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