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East Boston Neighborhood Health Center RN in East Boston, Massachusetts
Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center!
Everywhere you turn, you can feel the immeasurable level of enthusiasm here at NeighborHealth! We are one of the largest community health centers in the country, supporting the greater Boston area and focusing on the well-being of our patients and local community. From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who lead and guide our staff, to the many support roles that keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone plays a vital role in improving medicine for our patients.
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Time Type:
Full time
Department:
Adult Medicine
All Locations:
East Boston
Position Summary:
Looking to be a part of team-based care? NeighborHealth is looking for RN’s to work directly with in our Adult Medicine Department!
For the 9th time, NeighborHealth has been named one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts by the Boston Globe! This award recognizes the most admired workplaces in the state based on feedback from the people who know them best — their employees.
Come join a collaborative Primary Care team that strives to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most! Be on the front lines of delivering high-quality health care to a burgeoning and diverse community of patients.
This position requires universal skills and proficiencies which include demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the Health Center’s mission and core values--compassion, diversity, innovation, respect, and teamwork--and the department’s immediate needs and long-term goals. In addition, the registered nurse demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership qualities, and effectively engages with the clinical team.
This position requires universal skills and proficiencies which include demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the Health Center’s mission and core values--compassion, diversity, innovation, respect, and teamwork--and the department’s immediate needs and long-term goals. In addition, the registered nurse demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership qualities, and effectively engages with the clinical team.
$10,000 sign on bonus for all new full-time RN’s!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Demonstrates sound clinical judgment/decision making when triaging patients.
Manages medication refills with appropriate authorization by the provider
Provides thorough and concise documentation of patient’s histories, assessments, plans, and treatments. Enters messages as staff messages or telephone encounters in the computer. Enters and views patient letters in the computer. Enters exam encounters.
Participates in the orientation, training, and mentoring of new employees. Provides input into the development of the orientation plan for new employees. plan for professional growth and development.
Recognizes and meets the safety needs of the departmental patient population.
Interacts with patients and families in a professional and respectful manner, which reflects the needs and concerns of the individual. Uses communication devices appropriately.
Promotes a sense of teamwork; maintains a positive attitude. Open to new ideas and embraces change. Provides support and direction to other members of the practice team. Promotes a culture of acceptance, support and collegiality. Shares new found knowledge willingly with team.
Consistently participates in the activities in the transition of care, recalls, high risk management, in basket management, and vaccines
Follows protocols for management of patients with chronic/acute conditions and transitions of care.
Actively participates in NeighborHealth programs, committees and departmental meetings.
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
Reads, understands and complies with all Standards of Conduct, TJC Policies and all laws related to position responsibilities and employment at NeighborHealth.
Upholds procedures and systems to safeguard the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
Upholds policies, practices, and procedures including safety, fire safety, infection control, electrical safety, proper body mechanics and material handling, office/ergonomic safety and other employee safety measures.
Education: Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program. Licensure in Massachusetts as an RN. BLS certification Bilingual skills preferred.
Experience: 1 year relevant nursing experience in a community health and/or ambulatory care setting preferred.
Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally. Familiarity with the use of a personal computer in a Windows environment preferred
Benefits:
MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION COVERAGE
LIFE AND DISABILITY INSURANCE
401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
FLEXIBLE SPENDING AND TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNTS
PAID HOLIDAYS, VACATIONS, SICK, AND PERSONAL TIME
STAFF DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT
EXCELLENT MALPRACTICE COVERAGE
PET INSURANCE
FREE PARKING
MBTA BENEFIT
AND MUCH MORE
There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work.
We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team!
Medical & Dental Coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers
401(K) Retirement Plan
Educational Assistance
Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts
Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time
A Generous Staff Development Benefit
Excellent Malpractice Coverage
A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support
Free Parking
And Much More…