Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Infusion Faulkner Per Diem

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

4d • $84 - $96 • Onsite

About The Position

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider for its adult Infusion Center. The Infusion APP serves as an infusion first responder, supports access to and efficiency of infusion services, and may provide urgent care and symptom management in close collaboration with longitudinal medicine providers. The APP reports directly to the APP Manager.

The licensed provider assesses and manages patients with medical and/or surgical conditions; provides diagnostic and therapeutic interventions; develops plans of care; and conducts ongoing evaluations. The position may also include precepting a small group of learners. The APP provides care in an outpatient/procedural setting, responds to acute reactions and medical emergencies, and works with medical teams, nursing staff, and other health professionals to support continuity of care, education, and efficient use of resources.

Requirements

• Massachusetts Master's Degree in Nursing or Massachusetts Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies.
• Massachusetts Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Massachusetts Physician Assistant license/credential.
• At least 2 years of licensed APP experience.
• Skill in taking medical histories, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of clinical APP experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated experience as a responding clinician in an acute care setting.
• Experience in a medical- or oncology-focused infusion setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population.
• Perform complete histories and physical examinations.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develop plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Order medications and write prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Produce high-quality and timely clinical documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
• Perform bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population.
• Care for medicine patients in the outpatient/procedural setting and oversee patients with complex medical diagnoses.
• Serve as a first responder for acute reactions and medical emergencies.
• Collaborate with longitudinal medical teams and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Consult with nurses and providers to maintain and improve access to infusion services.
• Participate in appropriate intra- and interdepartmental committees.
• Collaborate with unit staff, Professional Development Managers, the APP Leader, Nurse Director, and other health professionals to address staff and patient educational needs.
• Monitor patient outcomes in accordance with defined standards of patient care.
• Facilitate patient movement through the system and efficient resource use through interdepartmental collaboration.
• Support educational efforts to advance knowledge and promote education-based practice.
• Evaluate own practice and program effectiveness.
• Maintain professional growth and required credentials.
• May precept a small group of learners.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits are not detailed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level