Nursing Practice Specialist - Oncology - MGH
About The Position
The Nursing Practice Specialist supports Lunder 10, a highly specialized inpatient oncology unit caring for patients with hematologic malignancies, including bone marrow transplant, cellular therapy, and complex clinical research protocols. As a member of the unit leadership team, the specialist supports safe, evidence-based nursing and PCA practice through clinical education, bedside consultation, onboarding, competency development, and real-time practice support. The role also contributes to high-reliability organization work by monitoring quality metrics and translating findings into education, practice changes, and frontline engagement. The position involves developing educational programs, clinical decision-making, managing quality outcomes, participating in research activities, and providing patient care. Services include health promotion, disease prevention, health education, and patient and family counseling. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during the day, onsite at 267 Charles Street.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- Master's degree in Nursing.
- Clinical nursing experience of 3–5 years is required.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical nursing care practices and principles.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing evidence-based care plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
- Leadership abilities to guide, mentor, and educate nursing staff.
- Ability to stay current on nursing skills and patient-care advancements through continuous learning and professional development.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 5 years of inpatient oncology RN experience is described as ideal.
- Bone Marrow Transplant/Leukemia RN experience is preferred.
- Clinical education experience of 2–3 years is preferred.
- Nursing leadership experience of 1–2 years is preferred.
- Registered Nurse (RN) state license is preferred.
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) state license is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level consultation and advise clinical staff on diagnoses and treatment plans for patients and families.
- Plan and deliver relevant education to staff and patients, including nurses and other healthcare team members, about patient and family plans of care.
- Participate in research and evidence-based practice activities intended to improve patient care outcomes.
- Provide healthcare services and patient care.
- Form diagnoses and manage and treat illness and disease.
- Support clinical education, bedside consultation, onboarding, competency development, and real-time practice support for nursing and PCA staff.
- Monitor quality metrics and translate findings into education, practice changes, and frontline engagement.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
