Mass General Brigham
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $35 per hour
Mass General Brigham, Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, us, 02557
Mass General Brigham is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Med SurgDiscipline:
RNDuration:
Ongoing8 hours per weekShift:
8 hours, daysEmployment Type:
StaffAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.
PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION: The Nurse Midwife is responsible for safe and personalized care to patients in the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and routine GYN setting according to MVH Midwifery Guidelines. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: The nurse midwife reports directly to the Director of Physician Practices. JOB FUNCTIONS: Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. Provide and maintain midwifery care, which is effective and responsible to the needs of women from adolescence (13-17 years) through senior adult (55-64 years). Provide care to all patients desirous of midwifery care and to be responsible to the needs of the community. Contribute to the development of guidelines for the midwifery service. Implement the policies and procedures regarding delivery of patient care. Collaborate with nurses, nurse-midwives, physicians, and other health care professionals to assess and meet the health care needs of the patients. Meets with the Chief Nurse Midwife to identify, address, and resolve patient care issues. Participates on committees to formulate clinical improvement initiatives and participates in the QA program. Initiate and work on research issues which are applicable to clinical practice. Have admission and discharge responsibilities for the midwifery caseload of patients. Provide care and management of normal labor patients, including delivery; requiring twenty-four hour midwifery coverage. Consults with a physician as needed and co-manages certain patients with the physician as defined by the midwifery guidelines. Provide care and triage of all obstetrical patients both urgent and non-urgent. Consults with the attending MD on duty. Provide telephone triage services to Nurse Midwife/MD patients during non-office hours. Engage in patient education at every visit. Provide routine GYN care to the midwifery patient caseload. Provide comprehensive care by rounding “socially” on postpartum patients (Nurse Practitioners currently round on both physicians and midwifery patients). Serve as a consult or implement follow-up plans as requested by the Nurse Practitioners rounding on midwifery patients. Ensure that all patients have a two/six-week postpartum follow-up visit. At the six week appointment a postpartum exam will be provided with the option of initiation of contraception management. Demonstrate and maintain clinical competence. Identify learning needs and goals, and design a plan to meet them. Maintain necessary clinical skills through self-directed clinical practice. Be available as a resource where expertise may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours • Is subject to frequent interruptions • Is involved with patients, residents, staff, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances • Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc. • Communicates with the medical staff and other hospital departments’ staff • Attends and participates in continuing training programs as they relate to the position • May be exposed to infectious waste and diseases • Is subject to lifting, carrying and supporting patients • Must be constantly alert for patient safety SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly and understand the English language • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public • Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and the general public PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day • Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of positions • Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met • Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with the CEO, physicians, department managers and the general public • Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability • Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Massachusetts RN licensure in good standing • Master’s Degree required • Graduation from an educational program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery and Education (ACME) • Successful completion of the certifying examination given by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) • Enrollment in the Certification Maintenance Program by the AMCB EXPERIENCE: • Three years experience as a Nurse Midwife preferred • Skills in interpersonal communication, teamwork, research, and organization required • Language skills preferred
Recruiter:
Gettings, ChristineMass General Brigham Job ID #3309193. Posted job title: Certified Certified Nurse MidwifeAbout Mass General Brigham
Join the Mass General Brigham teamLearn from others and be inspired. Work hard to solve for unknowns. Chase solutions. Be a part of something greater.At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts.We’re helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs. Together, we’re connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care.Mass General Brigham provides a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities.Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report.Benefits
Medical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insuranceEmployee assistance programs
Specialty:
Med SurgDiscipline:
RNDuration:
Ongoing8 hours per weekShift:
8 hours, daysEmployment Type:
StaffAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.
PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION: The Nurse Midwife is responsible for safe and personalized care to patients in the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and routine GYN setting according to MVH Midwifery Guidelines. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: The nurse midwife reports directly to the Director of Physician Practices. JOB FUNCTIONS: Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. Provide and maintain midwifery care, which is effective and responsible to the needs of women from adolescence (13-17 years) through senior adult (55-64 years). Provide care to all patients desirous of midwifery care and to be responsible to the needs of the community. Contribute to the development of guidelines for the midwifery service. Implement the policies and procedures regarding delivery of patient care. Collaborate with nurses, nurse-midwives, physicians, and other health care professionals to assess and meet the health care needs of the patients. Meets with the Chief Nurse Midwife to identify, address, and resolve patient care issues. Participates on committees to formulate clinical improvement initiatives and participates in the QA program. Initiate and work on research issues which are applicable to clinical practice. Have admission and discharge responsibilities for the midwifery caseload of patients. Provide care and management of normal labor patients, including delivery; requiring twenty-four hour midwifery coverage. Consults with a physician as needed and co-manages certain patients with the physician as defined by the midwifery guidelines. Provide care and triage of all obstetrical patients both urgent and non-urgent. Consults with the attending MD on duty. Provide telephone triage services to Nurse Midwife/MD patients during non-office hours. Engage in patient education at every visit. Provide routine GYN care to the midwifery patient caseload. Provide comprehensive care by rounding “socially” on postpartum patients (Nurse Practitioners currently round on both physicians and midwifery patients). Serve as a consult or implement follow-up plans as requested by the Nurse Practitioners rounding on midwifery patients. Ensure that all patients have a two/six-week postpartum follow-up visit. At the six week appointment a postpartum exam will be provided with the option of initiation of contraception management. Demonstrate and maintain clinical competence. Identify learning needs and goals, and design a plan to meet them. Maintain necessary clinical skills through self-directed clinical practice. Be available as a resource where expertise may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours • Is subject to frequent interruptions • Is involved with patients, residents, staff, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances • Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc. • Communicates with the medical staff and other hospital departments’ staff • Attends and participates in continuing training programs as they relate to the position • May be exposed to infectious waste and diseases • Is subject to lifting, carrying and supporting patients • Must be constantly alert for patient safety SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to read, write legibly, speak clearly and understand the English language • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public • Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel and the general public PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day • Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of positions • Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met • Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with the CEO, physicians, department managers and the general public • Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability • Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Massachusetts RN licensure in good standing • Master’s Degree required • Graduation from an educational program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery and Education (ACME) • Successful completion of the certifying examination given by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) • Enrollment in the Certification Maintenance Program by the AMCB EXPERIENCE: • Three years experience as a Nurse Midwife preferred • Skills in interpersonal communication, teamwork, research, and organization required • Language skills preferred
Recruiter:
Gettings, ChristineMass General Brigham Job ID #3309193. Posted job title: Certified Certified Nurse MidwifeAbout Mass General Brigham
Join the Mass General Brigham teamLearn from others and be inspired. Work hard to solve for unknowns. Chase solutions. Be a part of something greater.At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts.We’re helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs. Together, we’re connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care.Mass General Brigham provides a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities.Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report.Benefits
Medical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insuranceEmployee assistance programs