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Job Summary
About the Clinical Practice Nurse Role and Neurosurgery This a full-time 40-hour day position, 8am-5pm. Outpatient setting. The Department of Neurosurgery at Mass General Hospital (MGH) is a nationally acclaimed program with over 27 neurosurgeons, 21 residents, and over 340 department staff and volunteer members. Our clinicians perform over 4,300 surgical procedures and over 20,000 clinical visits across its robust network. The right candidate would join a highly functional, fast-paced, multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing patient-focused, world-class neurosurgical care. The Clinical Practice Nurse supports and facilitates perioperative care for neurosurgical patients through tasks including: obtains patient histories, pre-operative clearances, coordinates tests and consultations, performs patient education, calls patients and families with clinical information and updates and assists the spine faculty and advanced practice providers with medication management. - Communicates the plan of care and other pertinent information to/from other patient care team members. - Coordinates involvement of the patient, family, and health team members in the patient care plan, including patient and family teaching. - Participate in the orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members. - Participates in daily activities conducive to the comfort and safety of patients / their families and practice staff. - Participates in practice and other committees for formulation of nursing, practice and hospital policies and procedures. - Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current nursing education practice. - Contributes to relevant committees, professional meetings, and continuing educational and/or formal academic programs. - Participate in weekly case review conferences for documentation of care plans determined by physicians. Reasons to Choose MGH 1. The State’s First Magnet Hospital 2. Opportunities for growth and development 3.Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 4. Tuition Reimbursement 5. Generous paid time off 6. Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) 7. Free parking for nights and weekends 8. Resources for childcare and emergency backup care 9. Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan. 10. Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
Qualifications
Skills and Experience for a Clinical Practice Nurse - Minimum of 2-3 years relevant nursing experience strongly preferred Education/Degree for a Clinical Practice Nurse - Graduation from an accredited nursing program. - BSN degree preferred; New Grads BSN required Licensure, Certifications, or Registration for a Clinical Practice Nurse - Current licensure as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required About Mass 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 providing 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 providing 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.