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Job Summary
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Clinical:
· The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will deliver preventative, follow up, and urgent care to patients of the Practice. The NP will Collaborate with MD partners, primary nurses, medical assistants, and support staff to deliver patient centered team-based care.
· The NP will independently manage a panel of patients of his/her own, and be responsible for meeting quality, and panel targets as outlined by the department.
· The NP may also co-manage patients within the practice, collaborative with designated physician(s).
· As part of his/her role, the NP will perform and record the patient history and physical exam; form an assessment and plan, which may include ordering appropriate testing and imaging, and the interpretation of results and communication of the results to patients. The NP can also expect to consult with and seek physician collaboration, including specialists, when appropriate.
· The NP is expected to complete documentation, act upon labs, imaging, and other studies promptly and in accordance with institutional and departmental guidelines, and policy.
· The NP is also expected to respond to patient questions and messages in accordance with institutional and departmental guidelines, and policy.
· Perform medically delegated aspects of patient care as agreed upon by nursing and medical administrators according to practice guidelines.
· Maintain and practice in accordance with practitioner guidelines per state and hospital regulations.
· Maintain and update clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research.
· Maintain the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure.
Administrative:
· Complete patient notes and associated documentation within requisite time frame in accordance with institutional and departmental guidelines, and policy.
· Evaluate the outcomes of patient care, using patient satisfaction information, MWI, ED & readmission rates and other data as made available by Primary Care Administration, MGPO and other appropriate sources within the institution.
· Participate in and reinforce all practice-based process improvement efforts.
· Serve as a resource to nurses, medical assistants, and staff for clinical questions/problems and participate in care when indicated
· Participate in precepting student Nurse Practitioners in accordance with institutional and departmental guidelines, and policy.
· Promote cooperation, support collegial relationships among all staff.
· Promote an environment that is sensitive to the culturally diverse needs of patients and employees.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
· Extensive clinical in primary care, urgent care, and chronic disease management.
· Experience managing patients independently, and co-managing patients with physicians.
· Outstanding time management, organizational skills
· Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with physicians and coworkers.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Experience with common PC computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Outlook; experience using clinical data capture systems such as EPIC.
Qualifications
Qualifications - External
5-7 years clinical experience preferred as a Nurse Practitioner in primary care. Master’s degree in nursing required. Current Board certification as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner required.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional_Job_Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
73 High Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
30
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.