Description:POSITION: OB/GYN Registered Nurse (RN) DEPARTMENT: Clinical Health Services LOCATION: 1575 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA 02126 REPORTS TO: Clinical Nurse Supervisor TYPE: Full-time SALARY: Commensurate with experience Code: INDMCHCSJ Summary: We are a multidisciplinary team consisting of an MD, three Midwives, two family partners, and a family planning specialist who provide care for people with OB/GYN needs. Our pregnant patients deliver at both Boston Medical Center and Brigham & Women's Hospital. The OBGYN nurse is an essential member of the clinical team, allowing for the delivery of coordinated, effective, and safe care to our patients and their families. In accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care, the OBGYN nurse will demonstrate initiative, knowledge, clinical skills, and complex care coordination to effectively manage patients from pregnancy diagnosis through the postpartum period, support the management of contraceptive services, and promote overall health by coordinating routine gynecologic and women's health screenings. Additionally, the OBGYN nurse will be a thought partner in designing new innovations and implementing new care models to improve care across patients' whole reproductive lifespan. 50% Direct Patient Services - Obstetric Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process, including: Case management of prenatal and postpartum patients including initial contact and evaluation of medical and social needs during pregnancy and postpartum period. Conducting nurse-led intake visits of pregnant people entering prenatal care at Mattapan Community Health Center, to include: conducting a thorough review of past medical, surgical and obstetric history, ordering labs based on patient risk factors, placing ultrasound referrals, and identifying and managing common symptoms of pregnancy. Collect specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notify requesting providers of abnormal results. Order reflex testing per protocol. Review providers' lab results daily and manage common abnormal labs by calling patients with results and sending appropriate medications. Triage patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed; make appropriate referrals required for the management of patient care, including same-day ultrasounds, as needed. Support patients presenting with possible miscarriage/pregnancy loss; refer for ultrasounds or specialty support as needed and coordinate post-pregnancy loss care. Follow-up with patients within 24 hours on inpatient discharge & within 48 hours of ED visit notification Provide or arrange for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment, medication administration, diabetic and hypertension teaching and other nursing care regimens. Review blood pressure and blood sugar logs and coordinate management with the primary OB provider, as needed. Complete refill of medications for common prenatal conditions per protocol. Support the design and implementation of group care visits for prenatal care and lactation. Co-facilitate groups with the prenatal provider once group prenatal care is established. Direct Patient Services - Gynecologic Assists providers with procedures such as IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, Colposcopy, suturing, as needed. Collaborate on the design of, and oversee the implementation of an abnormal pap management tracking system to ensure appropriate follow-up with gynecology. Ensure patients have timely access to appropriate contraceptive services, including coordinating the family planning specialist to order and manage contraceptive supplies. Triage the urgency of gynecologic requests and referrals; manage MD's scheduled accordingly. 30% Care Coordination and System Development Support the coordination of our patients' complex care needs, including the timely entry to care, referrals and appointments to specialists, follow-through on recommendations from BMC/BWH maternal-fetal medicine specialists, and the postpartum period. Collaborate with obstetric providers to compile perinatal patient outcomes and review prenatal and postpartum quality care metrics with the OBGYN team. Meet for one (1) hour per week a designated prenatal provider champion to review all new obstetric intakes to identify high-risk patients and manage prenatal provider schedules. Organize and lead regular interdisciplinary case management team meetings to review medically and socially high-risk pregnant patients. Serve as the clinic point-person for obstetrics and gynecological questions from non-OB providers; support coordination of patients' complex care needs across obstetrics and primary care within the clinic. Coordinate with other members of the OBGYN team, including family partners, STI/STD clinic team members, and the family planner to provide wrap-around services for our obstetric panel. Works on special programs/projects as assigned and/or interested. 15% Administrative Support Monitor needs for equipment repair/replacement and notify the nursing supervisor. Assures appropriate scheduling and assists with patient flow. 5% Educational/In-service Maintains current licensure through in-service education and obtaining CEU's Participates in individual or group teaching exercises. Serves on committees as needed/assigned. Precepts nursing and medical assistant students as needed. Performs other related duties as required or assigned. Requirements: A graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration is required. At least six months of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or ambulatory care setting. Experience with obstetrics and/or gynecology is strongly desired. Current certification in CPR. Excellent organizational skills, basic computer operations skills such as Word and Excel, as well as demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $41.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?mxACUbht%2b6WI1%2bfku1MHyAw" width="0" height="0" />

**OB/GYN Registered Nurse (RN)**

We are a multidisciplinary team consisting of an MD, three midwives, two family partners, and a family planning specialist who provide care for people with OB/GYN needs. Our pregnant patients deliver at both Boston Medical Center and Brigham & Women's Hospital. The OB/GYN nurse is an essential member of the clinical team, allowing for the delivery of coordinated, effective, and safe care to our patients and their families. In accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care, the OB/GYN nurse will demonstrate initiative, knowledge, clinical skills, and complex care coordination to effectively manage patients from pregnancy diagnosis through the postpartum period, support the management of contraceptive services, and promote overall health by coordinating routine gynecologic and women's health screenings. Additionally, the OB/GYN nurse will be a thought partner in designing new innovations and implementing new care models to improve care across patients' whole reproductive lifespan.

**Job Description**

- Provide direct patient care utilizing the nursing process, including case management of prenatal and postpartum patients.
- Conduct nurse-led intake visits of pregnant people entering prenatal care at Mattapan Community Health Center.
- Collect specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notify requesting providers of abnormal results.
- Triage patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed.
- Support patients presenting with possible miscarriage/pregnancy loss; refer for ultrasounds or specialty support as needed.
- Follow-up with patients within 24 hours on inpatient discharge and within 48 hours of ED visit notification.
- Provide or arrange for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment and medication administration.
- Assist providers with procedures such as IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, and colposcopy.
- Support the coordination of our patients' complex care needs, including timely entry to care and referrals to specialists.
- Organize and lead regular interdisciplinary case management team meetings to review medically and socially high-risk pregnant patients.
- Monitor needs for equipment repair/replacement and assist with patient flow.
- Maintain current licensure through in-service education and obtaining CEUs.

**Requirements**

- A graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration is required.
- At least six months of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or ambulatory care setting. Experience with obstetrics and/or gynecology is strongly desired.
- Current certification in CPR.
- Excellent organizational skills, basic computer operations skills such as Word and Excel, as well as demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

**Benefits**

- Pay: From $41.00 per hour
- Expected hours: 40 per week
- Work location: In person

OB/GYN Registered Nurse

Description:POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION: RN/LPN DEPARTMENT: Primary Care LOCATION: 1575 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA 02126 REPORTS TO: Director of Clinical Health Services TYPE: Full -Time: Experienced SALARY: Negotiable Summary: Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Supervisor, the Staff Nurse will be responsible for performing a variety of patient care services, including patient triage and treatment for patient's comfort and wellbeing. The position requires performance of clerical duties as assigned. This position will be part of the Department of Clinical Health Services. Code: INDMCHCSJ RESPONSIBILITIES 85% Direct Patient Services Provides direct patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Assesses patients including vital signs, height, weight, BMI, allergies, medications and reason for visit v Performs procedures such as the administration of medications either orally or by injection and immunizations as ordered, PPDs, suture removal, wound care, dressing changes, ear irrigation, EKG's, visual acuity screening, audiometry, O2 sats, blood glucose per Hemocue protocol, peak flow, nebulizer treatments, etc. Collects specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notifies requesting providers of abnormal results. Perform lab testing such as urine pregnancy test, rapid streps and routine urinalysis. and rapid strep test using correct protocols and procedure. Triages patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed. Makes appropriate referrals required for the management of patient care. Assists providers with procedures such as suctioning, I&D, IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, straight catheterization, Colposcopy, Provides or arranges for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment, medication administration, diabetic teaching and other nursing care regimens. Ensures that follow-up is made when patients miss scheduled appointments in order to determine reason and reschedule. Assures appropriate scheduling and assists with patient flow. Provides translation as needed. Assist providers with calling patients regarding abnormal labs, sending medication refills and paperwork at the request of the provider 10% Administrative and System Development Records in patient's medical record all care provided and ensures that appropriate forms are properly completed for billing purposes. Monitors needs for equipment repair/replacement and notify nursing supervisor. Participates in individual or group teaching exercises. Precepts nursing and medical assistant students as needed. Provides follow-up on patients seen in the ER, hospital and, patients with chronic diseases and abnormal labs. Works on special programs/projects as assigned. When assigned will work the telephone call center and Assigned to prescription drug line. and call center per Nursing Supervisor. Assigned to work with a NP or MD and assist with paperwork, medication refills or other tasks asked to perform 5% Educational/In-service Maintains current licensure through in-service education and obtaining CEU's Serves on committees as need/assigned. Performs other related duties as required or assigned. Requirements: A graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration is required. At least six months of experience as a Registered Nurse. Ambulatory / outpatient care experience as a nurse, medical assistant or other clinical support position. Current certification in CPR. Excellent organizational skills, basic computer operations skills such as Word and Excel, as well as demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $41.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QXmTq%2bTLcYuguqZbJm5YOgx" width="0" height="0" />

**RN/LPN**

Join our team in the Primary Care department located at 1575 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA 02126. This full-time position offers an opportunity to provide a variety of patient care services under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Supervisor.

**Job Description**

- Provide direct patient care, utilizing the nursing process.
- Assess patients including vital signs, height, weight, BMI, allergies, medications, and reason for visit.
- Perform procedures such as the administration of medications either orally or by injection and immunizations as ordered, PPDs, suture removal, wound care, dressing changes, ear irrigation, EKGs, visual acuity screening, audiometry, O2 saturation checks, blood glucose testing per Hemocue protocol, peak flow measurements, and nebulizer treatments.
- Collect specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notify requesting providers of abnormal results.
- Perform lab testing such as urine pregnancy tests, rapid streps, and routine urinalysis using correct protocols and procedures.
- Triage patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed. Make appropriate referrals required for the management of patient care.
- Assist providers with procedures such as suctioning, incision and drainage (I&D), IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, straight catheterization, and colposcopy.
- Provide or arrange for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment, medication administration, diabetic teaching, and other nursing care regimens.
- Ensure follow-up is made when patients miss scheduled appointments to determine reasons and reschedule.
- Assure appropriate scheduling and assist with patient flow.
- Provide translation as needed.
- Assist providers with calling patients regarding abnormal labs, sending medication refills, and paperwork at the request of the provider.

**Administrative and System Development Responsibilities**

- Record in patients' medical records all care provided and ensure that appropriate forms are properly completed for billing purposes.
- Monitor needs for equipment repair/replacement and notify the nursing supervisor.
- Participate in individual or group teaching exercises.
- Precept nursing and medical assistant students as needed.
- Provide follow-up on patients seen in the ER, hospital, and patients with chronic diseases and abnormal labs.
- Work on special programs/projects as assigned.
- When assigned, work in the telephone call center and prescription drug line per Nursing Supervisor's direction.
- Assist with paperwork, medication refills, or other tasks as requested by a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Medical Doctor (MD).

**Educational/In-service Responsibilities**

- Maintain current licensure through in-service education and obtaining Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- Serve on committees as needed/assigned.
- Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

**Requirements**

- A graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration is required.
- At least six months of experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Ambulatory/outpatient care experience as a nurse, medical assistant, or other clinical support position.
- Current certification in CPR.
- Excellent organizational skills and basic computer operations skills such as Word and Excel, as well as demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

**Benefits**

- Pay: From $41.00 per hour
- Expected hours: 40 per week
- Work Location: In person

Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care

Description: POSITION: HIV/Sexual Health Nurse DEPARTMENT: Clinical Health Services LOCATION: 1575 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA 02126 REPORTS TO: Mattapan CARES Program Manager TYPE: Full -Time or Part-Time: Experienced SALARY: Negotiable Code: INDMCHCSJ Summary: Under the direction of the CARES Program Manager, the HIV/Sexual Health Nurse will be responsible for performing a variety of patient care services. 100% of the time will be dedicated to working with patients living with HIV (PLWH), patients eligible for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), as well as patients who are at risk for HIV acquisition, including those seeking care for related STI testing. The position requires performance of clerical duties as assigned. This position will be part of the Department of Clinical Health Services. RESPONSIBILITIES 80% Direct Patient Services for PLWH, Patients Eligible for PrEP/PEP, and Patients Seeking STI Testing/Care Provide outpatient primary care nursing including medical assessments and triage services for HIV Team patients who come for same-day or scheduled visits; performs virtual, telephonic, or in-person nursing assessment and triage to assess the severity of the patient's health concerns using approved protocols and resources to counsel appropriately. Documents patient information accurately and timely in the EHR. Completes medication check-in visits and adherence counseling with patients living with HIV (PLWH) and on PrEP (both in-person and via telehealth) Coordinates care for patients receiving injectable treatment for HIV treatment and prevention by following up on prior authorizations, coordinating medication delivery and storage, scheduling injection visits, administering the injections, and counseling patients on aftercare Assists team in ensuring that PLWH are up to date on health maintenance by reviewing their required health maintenance periodically and outreaching for needed labs, vaccines, and screenings with physician supervision Assists in chronic care management for co-morbid conditions of PLWH - such as blood pressure and glucose checks, reviewing glucometer or home blood pressure readings, diabetes medication teaching. Provides care for patients seeking STI testing by assessing sexual health history/risk factors, symptoms, and works with provider to ensure appropriate testing and treatment, including provider eval as per protocol Contact patients about positive STI results and provide counseling on treatment, arranges in-person treatment and expedited partner treatment as needed Assesses patients for PrEP eligibility and initiation in consultation with provider Assists with communicating with DPH to provide information on positive results, treatment history, or if providers need information such as titer history. Performs procedures such as the administration of medications either orally or by injection and immunizations as ordered, PPDs, suture removal, wound care, dressing changes, ear irrigation, EKG's, visual acuity screening, audiometry, O2 sats, blood glucose per Hemocue protocol, peak flow, nebulizer treatments, etc. Collects specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notifies requesting providers of abnormal results. Perform lab testing such as urine pregnancy test, rapid streps and routine urinalysis. and rapid strep test using correct protocols and procedures. Triages patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed. Makes appropriate referrals required for the management of patient care. Assists providers with procedures such as suctioning, I&D, IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, straight catheterization, Colposcopy, suturing Provides or arranges for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment, medication administration, diabetic teaching and other nursing care regimens. Ensure that follow-up is made when patients miss scheduled appointments in order to determine reason and reschedule. Assures appropriate scheduling and assists with patient flow. Provides translation as needed. Assist providers with calling patients regarding abnormal labs, sending medication refills and paperwork at the request of the provider 15% Administrative and System Development Attends department daily huddle and weekly HIV/PrEP meetings Provides sexual health/HIV-related education as needed to nursing and medical assistant team Contributes to community outreach/patient education events surrounding preventing HIV Records in patients' medical records of all care provided and ensure that appropriate forms are properly completed for billing purposes. Participates in individual or group teaching exercises. Precepts nursing and medical assistant students as needed. Provides follow-up on patients seen in the ER, hospital and, patients with chronic diseases and abnormal labs. Works on special programs/projects as assigned. Assists team providers with paperwork, medication refills or other tasks asked to perform 5% Educational/In-service Maintains current licensure through in-service education and obtaining CEU's Attends HIV/PrEP/sexual health trainings Serves on committees as need/assigned. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration. 2-3 years of experience working in a health care setting (required). Prior experience working with patients living with HIV, on PrEP, or diagnosed with other sexually transmitted infections is a plus. Certification as AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) is a plus Active certification in BLS. Excellent organizational skills, and basic computer operations skills such as Word, Excel and Outlook Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Self-directed, motivated and flexible with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $41.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?gGkd25F89rdz1aBTglOqbQy" width="0" height="0" />

**HIV/Sexual Health Nurse**

Join our dynamic team as an HIV/Sexual Health Nurse under the direction of the CARES Program Manager. This position is dedicated to providing a variety of patient care services for individuals living with HIV, those eligible for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), as well as patients at risk for HIV acquisition.

**Job Description**

- Provide outpatient primary care nursing including medical assessments and triage services for HIV Team patients who come for same-day or scheduled visits; perform virtual, telephonic, or in-person nursing assessment and triage to assess the severity of the patient's health concerns using approved protocols and resources to counsel appropriately. Document patient information accurately and timely in the EHR.
- Complete medication check-in visits and adherence counseling with patients living with HIV (PLWH) and on PrEP (both in-person and via telehealth).
- Coordinate care for patients receiving injectable treatment for HIV treatment and prevention by following up on prior authorizations, coordinating medication delivery and storage, scheduling injection visits, administering the injections, and counseling patients on aftercare.
- Assist team in ensuring that PLWH are up to date on health maintenance by reviewing their required health maintenance periodically and outreaching for needed labs, vaccines, and screenings with physician supervision.
- Assist in chronic care management for co-morbid conditions of PLWH - such as blood pressure and glucose checks, reviewing glucometer or home blood pressure readings, diabetes medication teaching.
- Provide care for patients seeking STI testing by assessing sexual health history/risk factors, symptoms, and work with provider to ensure appropriate testing and treatment, including provider evaluation as per protocol.
- Contact patients about positive STI results and provide counseling on treatment, arrange in-person treatment and expedited partner treatment as needed.
- Assess patients for PrEP eligibility and initiation in consultation with provider.
- Assist with communicating with DPH to provide information on positive results, treatment history, or if providers need information such as titer history.
- Perform procedures such as the administration of medications either orally or by injection and immunizations as ordered, PPDs, suture removal, wound care, dressing changes, ear irrigation, EKGs, visual acuity screening, audiometry, O2 sats, blood glucose per Hemocue protocol, peak flow, nebulizer treatments, etc.
- Collect specimens from patients for laboratory tests and notify requesting providers of abnormal results.
- Perform lab testing such as urine pregnancy test, rapid streps and routine urinalysis. 
- Triages patients by telephone or directly as walk-ins to identify urgency and level of care needed. Make appropriate referrals required for the management of patient care.
- Assist providers with procedures such as suctioning, I&D, IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, straight catheterization, colposcopy, suturing.
- Provide or arrange for patient education, such as instructing patients in the proper use of medical equipment, medication administration, diabetic teaching and other nursing care regimens.
- Ensure that follow-up is made when patients miss scheduled appointments in order to determine reason and reschedule.
- Assure appropriate scheduling and assist with patient flow.
- Provide translation as needed.
- Assist providers with calling patients regarding abnormal labs, sending medication refills and paperwork at the request of the provider.

**Administrative and System Development**

- Attend department daily huddle and weekly HIV/PrEP meetings.
- Provide sexual health/HIV-related education as needed to nursing and medical assistant team.
- Contribute to community outreach/patient education events surrounding preventing HIV.
- Record in patients' medical records all care provided and ensure that appropriate forms are properly completed for billing purposes.
- Participate in individual or group teaching exercises.
- Precept nursing and medical assistant students as needed.
- Provide follow-up on patients seen in the ER, hospital and patients with chronic diseases and abnormal labs.
- Work on special programs/projects as assigned.
- Assist team providers with paperwork, medication refills or other tasks asked to perform.

**Educational/In-service**

- Maintain current licensure through in-service education and obtaining CEUs.
- Attend HIV/PrEP/sexual health trainings.
- Serve on committees as needed/assigned.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing and current Commonwealth of Massachusetts Registration.
- 2-3 years of experience working in a health care setting (required).
- Prior experience working with patients living with HIV, on PrEP, or diagnosed with other sexually transmitted infections is a plus.
- Certification as AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (ACRN) is a plus.
- Active certification in BLS.
- Excellent organizational skills, and basic computer operations skills such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
- Self-directed, motivated and flexible with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.

**Job Types**

Full-time, Part-time

**Pay**

From $41.00 per hour

**Expected Hours**

40 per week

**Schedule**

Day shift

**Work Location**

In person

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