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Brigham & Women's Physicians Organization

Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology

Brigham & Women's Physicians Organization, Braintree, Massachusetts, us, 02185

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Overview We are seeking a part-time 16-hour Nurse Practitioner to support our Gastroenterology office. Weekly schedules include 13.5 hours of patient-facing clinical time and 2.5 hours of administrative time. The practice is open to patients Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The position is located at 1681 Washington Street, Braintree MA 02184.

The APPs share panels with physicians to enhance operations, increase patient volume and efficiency, and provide excellent patient care and experience. Providers work autonomously to the top of their licensure while functioning as part of a team. Compassion and emotional support for patients are highly valued.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care, counseling, and teaching to the patient population in the ambulatory setting

Perform complete histories and physical examinations

Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests

Develop appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings

Order medications and write prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies

Ensure high-quality and timely documentation

Adhere to established safety policies, procedures, and precautions

Demonstrate understanding of procedures, policies, and documentation required to comply with standards of care

Education Master's Degree in Nursing required

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse (RN) – State License

Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) – State License

Experience Experience as a nurse practitioner; 0-1 year preferred

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

Brigham and Women’s Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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