NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - PER DIEM
Company: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Location: Boston
Posted on: September 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Nurse Practitioner NP or
Physician Assistant PA
Advanced Practice Provider APP
General summary/ overview statement:
Under the supervision and direction of the Chiefs of Pediatric
Hospital Medicine, the Pediatric Hospital Medicine physicians, and
the Administrative Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) or
Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for the care of inpatients
assigned to Pediatric Hospital Medicine in accordance with the
rules and regulations of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
governing practice.
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will obtain patient
histories and perform examinations, participate in bedside
diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, coordinate tests and
consultations, implement treatment plans, communicate with
Pediatric Attending Physicians and house staff, communicate with
referring physicians, perform patient education, and prepare
patients for discharge.
Principal duties and responsibilities:
1.0 Patient Care Management
1.1 Primary management of Pediatric Hospital Medicine patients, in
conjunction with Pediatric Hospital Medicine faculty. This includes
early morning assessment and orders, mid-day performance and
coordination of tests and procedures, and sign-out of patients.
1.2 Obtain a detailed, accurate medical history and perform a
comprehensive physical examination on pediatric patients.
1.3 Reinforce information presented by the attending physician to
the patient and/or family as necessary. Order necessary diagnostic
tests, consultations, and procedures as requested. Prescribe
medications as necessary.
1.4 Assist in teaching and education with patients and families for
routine and complex issues as needed.
1.5 Assist with management of pediatric patients. Write daily notes
on appropriate patients and discuss the care of each patient with
the clinical staff members that are involved with the care of that
patient. Maintain communications with pediatric attending
physicians and referring physicians.
1.6 Perform basic and advanced cardiac life support procedures as
necessary and direct these efforts until the arrival of a resident
or attending physician.
1.7 Prepare pediatric patients for discharge, including patient and
family discharge teaching, continuing care and rehabilitation
arrangements in conjunction with nursing, writing discharge
prescriptions, and confirming primary care or referring physician
follow-up.
1.8 Prescribe medications for pediatric patients in accordance with
service polices and/or attending physician's instructions.
1.9 Obtain consultations from other services at the request of the
attending physician
1.10 Complete formal discharge summaries of pediatric patients for
the attending's review and signature.
1.11 Participate in educational as well as collaborative pediatric
and departmental meetings.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Patients of Pediatric Hospital Medicine are seen on two general
pediatric inpatient units (Ellison 17 & 18) and on the Young Adult
Unit at Massachusetts Eye & Ear (MEE). Computers and phones used on
the units are unit-based computers, shared with all other health
care providers.
Reasons to Choose MGH
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides
the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical
research and education, and we are committed to delivering our
employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We
believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We
are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life
balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and
personally.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in
medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer
a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that
fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so
you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard
work.
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital 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.
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