Registered Nurse (MNA) Gastroenterology Atrius Health Kenmore

UnitedHealth Group•Boston, MA

8d•$39 - $72•Remote

About The Position

As the Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for effective care delivery and management of patient care within a specialty, utilizing the nursing process and adhering to current standards of nursing practice. Communicates and coordinates effectively with all entities involved in the care of the patient to promote safe, high quality care. Making decisions reflecting critical thinking and evidence based nursing practice. If you are located in Massachusetts, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

Graduate of a State-approved school of nursing
Current, unrestricted, license to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty
5+ years of experience in Gastroenterology
Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
2+ years of RN experience
Solid critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal and patient interviewing skills
Ability to interpret clinical information, assess the implication of treatment and develop and implement a plan of care
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands
Excellence in practice, documentation, and cost-effective care utilization. Maintains high patient satisfaction

Responsibilities

Build therapeutic and supportive relationships with patients and families, providing education and managing care transitions
Assess patient symptoms and concerns received through telephone calls, patient portal messages, secure chat, and referrals
Prioritize patient needs based on clinical urgency and established protocols
Escalate complex or urgent clinical issues to GI physicians or Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs)
Review and respond to patient inquiries regarding GI conditions, medications, test results, and treatment plans
Provide clinical guidance within nursing scope of practice
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, mentor nursing staff, and uphold high standards of patient service and safety
Manage electronic medical record (EMR) in-basket workflows
Review and address patient portal messages, refill requests, test results, and provider communications
Identify messages requiring provider review and route appropriately
Maintain timely response standards in accordance with departmental expectations