Under the supervision and direction of the Collaborating Physician, Clinic's Advanced practice providers and Sr. Administrative Manager, and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing Nurse Practitioner (NP) practice, the RN will support the Breast Section in the Division of Gastrointestinal and Oncologic Surgery.
In the breast surgical oncology practice, we are looking for a RN with experience and knowledge of this specialty who is familiar with working in a tertiary/academic hospital setting to join our fast-paced busy outpatient clinical practice.
The RN will help facilitate the intake and triage of patients for assigned faculty, including working closely with their provider and support staff teams to triage patient symptoms, facilitate access to the clinic, return patient calls, assist with medical prior authorizations, respond to patient portal messages, provide patient post-operative clinical wound management and assisting in office procedures and help to assist in clinics as directed.
Reasons to Choose MGH
- MGH is the #1 hospital in New England based on U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2022-2023
- Ability to work with a team of surgeons and APPs committed to the highest quality of care of patients with breast cancer related concerns
- Opportunity to work with a very specific population (patients with risk for, current management of or long term follow-up for breast cancer) and to become an expert in care management of these patients
Skills and Experience:
- Able to prioritize promptly to respond to competing demands with a complex patient population.
- Experience working with Epic care preferred.
- Outpatient triage skills preferred.
- Skills in management of surgical wounds and drains preferred.
- Safety/Compliance: Knowledge in aspects of safety applicable to position; Knowledge of and compliance with institutional, JCAHO, HIPAA, and other regulatory bodies' standards.
- Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively, asking for direction when appropriate. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.
- Skills to work independently but also in collaboration with surgeons and APPs for clinical decisions.
- High level of skills in communication with patients and family members showing a high level of respect and empathy.
Education/Degree:
- Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:
- Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Active Nursing License.
- Certification- Basic Life Support (BLS).
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.
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