Nurse Practitioner (NP)-Psychiatry-MGH-PD
Apply NowCompany: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston, MA 02115
Description:
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry has an outstanding opportunity for a nurse practitioner at the MGH Ketamine Clinic. As a key member of the clinical team, the attending will report to the Director Dr. Cusin and will provide the full scope of psychiatric services which fall under his/her field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What You'll Work On
The Nurse Practitioner will be primarily accountable for:
Reviewing charts prior to the shift, attending rounds to discuss complex cases
Providing coverage on the service, making clinical decisions about dosing and follow ups, evaluating and treating patients, identifying safety concerns, discussing with the team members (Nurses, medical assistants, administrative personnel).
Documentation (monitoring forms, REMS as needed, procedure notes).
Coordinating care with other providers or research team as needed.
Medication reconciliation
Billing
Qualifications
Skills and Experience for a Nurse Practitioner
Minimum of 2 years advanced practice experience, required.
Previous nursing experience required.
Previous psychiatric and mental health experience preferred.
Education/Degree for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor's and master's in nursing required
Current federal and state-controlled substance certification/registration.
How We'll Support You
Specific training in administering ketamine treatments and management of TRD and associated comorbidities
Productive and positive team-based environment
Collaborative approach to delivering high-quality relationship-centered care
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
Opportunities to provide feedback and contribute to innovation across the department
Opportunities for research, grant and article writing, QI projects
Hours and Location
Mass General Hospital Main Campus, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA
Moonlighting daytime, evening, weekend opportunities; flexible schedule
Job Summary
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient 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.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-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.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License]
-Registered Nurse [RN - State License]
- preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
- Various Issuers preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - preferred
- Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA]
preferred
Experience
2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret 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/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
15 Parkman Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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 will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry has an outstanding opportunity for a nurse practitioner at the MGH Ketamine Clinic. As a key member of the clinical team, the attending will report to the Director Dr. Cusin and will provide the full scope of psychiatric services which fall under his/her field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
What You'll Work On
The Nurse Practitioner will be primarily accountable for:
Reviewing charts prior to the shift, attending rounds to discuss complex cases
Providing coverage on the service, making clinical decisions about dosing and follow ups, evaluating and treating patients, identifying safety concerns, discussing with the team members (Nurses, medical assistants, administrative personnel).
Documentation (monitoring forms, REMS as needed, procedure notes).
Coordinating care with other providers or research team as needed.
Medication reconciliation
Billing
Qualifications
Skills and Experience for a Nurse Practitioner
Minimum of 2 years advanced practice experience, required.
Previous nursing experience required.
Previous psychiatric and mental health experience preferred.
Education/Degree for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor's and master's in nursing required
Current federal and state-controlled substance certification/registration.
How We'll Support You
Specific training in administering ketamine treatments and management of TRD and associated comorbidities
Productive and positive team-based environment
Collaborative approach to delivering high-quality relationship-centered care
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
Opportunities to provide feedback and contribute to innovation across the department
Opportunities for research, grant and article writing, QI projects
Hours and Location
Mass General Hospital Main Campus, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA
Moonlighting daytime, evening, weekend opportunities; flexible schedule
Job Summary
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient 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.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-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.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License]
-Registered Nurse [RN - State License]
- preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
- Various Issuers preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - preferred
- Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA]
preferred
Experience
2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret 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/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
15 Parkman Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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 will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.