Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $35 per hour

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

At 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.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; new graduates must have a BSN degree. Experience with substance abuse patients required Is experienced in motivational counseling, relapse prevention, and assisting clients to establish self-management goals 1 to 2 years’ experience community health center/ urgent care/ or medical surgical Is experienced and has proven success using Risk reduction model of care CARN a plus or any other certification related to substance use disorder Experience working in programs caring for patients dealing with substance use/abuse Bilingual in Spanish preferred CPR Certification required The MAT Nurse is an RN coordinate substance use treatment services at both sites (Charlestown & North End) as part of the clinical team. MAT RN demonstrates knowledge about treatment for those with substance use disorders and/or substance misuse. MAT RN provides direct patient care to patients with opioid and substance use disorders, screening and telephone triage, performs intakes, supervises initial buprenorphine induction, and provides counseling on medication assisted therapies for substance use disorder. Lively health center servicing very diverse patient population. Primary Responsibilities: - Provides proficient, detailed nursing care based on evidence-based clinical principles that include the integration of substance use disorder treatment in a patient centered treatment plan. - Provides comprehensive screenings and identification of patients with substance use issues - Responsible for linking the patient to other members of the team and ensuring that the patient has received all the vital care consistent with the urgency of the presentation. - Ability to provide ongoing education and support of patients in all phases of substance use treatment including; nursing visits scheduled and unscheduled, urine toxicology screens, routine labs and as needed, medication instructing, monitoring, pill counts, observed dosing, and medication refills. - Follow State and Federal guidelines in providing care to opioid dependent patients. - Responsible for maintaining a tracking tool to assess the prevalence of presentations by the individual patient and the population as a whole. - Participation in the evaluation of the program’s efficiency and opportunities for improvement. - Coordinating medication assisted treatment (MAT) with prescribing M D. - Makes referrals to enabling and support services - Documents all direct communication with patients and specific advice given in the electronic medical record - Provides all needed health information to ensure patients and their loved ones adequacy of knowledge for self-care - Maintains communication with primary care team members as needed. - Provides and maintains a therapeutic environment for patients and and their loved ones . - Coordinates involvement of the patient’s loved ones as appropriate and with documented consent - Helps define standards of excellence for patient care; participates in improvement of patient care services in an efficient way. - Collaborates with other providers and advises nonprofessional personnel in maintaining recognized standards. - Performs all other nursing roles within the scope of practice at site as assigned - Provides care appropriate to age group of patients as described in the unit Scope of Service. - Participates in orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members. - Participates in daily operational activities vital for safe patient/staff environment. - Applies resources efficiently to facilitate optimal patient care. - Provides input to Nurse Manager / Medical Director / SUDs Manager regarding needs. - Participates in unit and departmental committees for formulation of nursing and health center policies and procedures. We offer a comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees such as: - Medical, Dental and Vision insurance - Tuition Reimbursement - Generous paid time off - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) - Resources for childcare and emergency backup care - Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan - Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events. You contribute to our success! Every role has an impact on our patients' lives. You can make a difference. We are looking for dedicated APPs like you to be a part of our team! 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 delivering 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 provide 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

Recruiter: Neri, Daniel Joseph

Mass General Brigham Job ID #3​3​0​6​4​0​9. Posted job title: Mat Rn - Charlestown & Boston'S North End

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs