NP or PA-Neurosurgery Pediatric Service- MGH

Overview

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. This position is M-F, 5-8 hour shifts, with the option for one remote day once clinical practice is established, no weekends or holidays.

The Department of Neurosurgery at Mass General Hospital (MGH) is a nationally acclaimed program with over 25 neurosurgeons, 40 faculty, 21 residents, and over 340 department staff and volunteer members. Our clinicians perform over 4,300 surgical procedures and over 20,000 clinical visits, with over $70M in collections, across its robust network and a growing Research endeavor. The right candidate would join a highly functional, fast-paced, multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing patient-focused, world-class neurosurgical care.

APP to support new and existing Tumor Neurosurgery program at MGH.

Under the supervision and direction of the APP Director and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing APP practices, the APP will be responsible for the care of patients in the Pediatric Neurosurgical Service at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). The APP will coordinate and perform preoperative assessments, coordinate treatment, and assist in the management of postoperative care. The APP will obtain patient histories, perform comprehensive physical examinations to evaluate patients for surgery and for post-surgical readmission, coordinate tests and consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with referring physicians, perform patient education, and prepare patients for discharge.

NP or PA licensure required
Pediatric Licensure required

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of pediatric population of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.

• Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient & family population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings
• Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes

Education
Master's Degree Nursing required

Pediatric Experience/Licensure required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] required
Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] required

Experience
experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred
pediatric experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Ability to communicate effectively with families of pediatric patients.
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/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Remote Type
Hybrid

Work Location
55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Employee Type
Regular

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Pay Range
$ - $/Annual

Grade
7

Mass General Brigham offers base pay plus benefits; compensation is based on multiple factors and includes opportunities for growth and differentials. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of potential compensation and benefits.

EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.