RN, Home Hospital

Mass General Brigham • Newton, MA

1d • $40 - $78 • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. The position to which you are applying is represented by a collective bargaining unit, Massachusetts Nurses Association. Join a team that is redefining how acute care is delivered. As part of the Mass General Brigham Home Hospital program, you’ll provide hospital-level care directly in the patient’s home—offering comfort, dignity, and personalized attention while helping reduce hospital stays and improve outcomes. This role offers the best of both worlds: the autonomy of community-based nursing and the clinical challenge of caring for patients with acute, inpatient-level needs. You’ll work with a supportive interdisciplinary team and participate in innovative care models designed to improve access, quality, and patient experience. Per Diem RN Team members are asked to commit to a minimum of 4 shifts per month (8:00 AM – 8:30 PM), with two of those falling on a weekend day. This position supports patients across the South/West Region, including Boston and its residential areas, as well as Framingham, Natick, Newton, Dedham, Quincy, Sharon, and nearby communities. Who You’ll Care For: We provide hospital-level care for a diverse adult patient population, including those with: Acute medical conditions such as heart failure, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, cellulitis, or dehydration Post-ED or post-hospitalization needs requiring short-term, skilled monitoring Infections requiring IV therapies, including antibiotics and fluid management Chronic disease exacerbations needing rapid assessment and stabilization Diagnostic follow-up, remote monitoring, and daily clinical oversight You’ll deliver care traditionally provided in an inpatient setting—right in the patient’s home.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved, accredited school of professional nursing required
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required
• Current CPR certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care, home care or emergency nursing experience required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and mobile technology
• Current driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide high-impact, patient-centered care by completing thorough nursing assessments and creating individualized care plans.
• Deliver advanced, skilled nursing interventions—including treatments, education, and inpatient-level clinical support—in the patient’s home.
• Monitor patient status using remote physiologic monitoring and respond promptly to changes in condition.
• Coordinate comprehensive care, including diagnostics, medication reconciliation, durable medical equipment (DME), and interdisciplinary services.
• Document care efficiently and accurately using Point-of-Care electronic records.
• Provide patient and caregiver teaching, support safe transitions, and assist with discharge planning.
• Manage your daily schedule with autonomy, aligned with patient needs and program priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed