Nursing Jobs in Lexington, MA
$93,600 - $104,000 / YEAR
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Bradford/Haverhill Case Manager/Discharge Planner 20 Bed Transitional Care/Skilled Nursing Unit Full-Time, 40 hours/week Must be licensed in the State of Massachusetts Primary Responsibilities: To oversee and coordinate each patient's hospital stay beginning with admission through discharge. Work with all members of the interdisciplinary care team to identify goals, address barriers to discharge and ensure patient receives the optimum rehabilitation services in the most efficient manner. Provide the patient and family information about the rehabilitation process, levels of care, and patient rights/responsibilities. Work within the confines of CMS guidelines and/or Managed Care expectations, able to advocate for patients when possible. Ensure patient is provided with appropriate resources befitting next level of care setting (e.g., list of skilled nurse facilities, available home health agencies, etc.). Maintain appropriate patient and family contact regarding patient progress towards goals, care team discussions, as well as continual review of discharge planning efforts to ensure a safe and timely discharge plan is in place. Address disposition changes in timely manner, remaining proactive in anticipating patient's discharge needs. Prerequisites: Registered Nurse with 2-5 years acute care case management experience. Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to assess, analyze, plan, implement and evaluate plan of care. Basic knowledge of CMS guidelines, Managed Care products, and criteria for inpatient rehab vs. long-term acute hospital admission. Benefits Offered: 401(k) Paid Sick, Vacation, Holiday Medical, Dental, Vision Life and Disability policies Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness $93,500 - $105,000 / YEAR
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Haverhill Infection Prevention/Employee Health Manager Full-Time, 40 hours/week Monday through Friday Pay: : $93,500-$105,000 Annually Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services and Nursing manages the infection control and employee health programs and promotes quality surveillance, reporting, prevention and control of infection. Conducts these activities under the direction of the Infection Control and Employee Health Committees. Ensures that the organization’s processes and supporting mechanisms for infection control are based on current evidenced based practice, acceptable practice guidelines and applicable law and regulations, and that they encompass both patient care services and employee health services. Promotes a safe environment for patients and others and complies with applicable regulations, OSHA recommendations and TJC standards. Requirements: Current RN Massachusetts Licensure. Minimum of two years clinical experience; geriatric/adolescent and rehabilitation preferred. Education and experience in Infection Control, epidemiology, and/or microbiology (or other related science) required. Minimum 2 years occupational/employee health experience. Knowledge of Worker’s Compensation and OSHA regulations Certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant. Benefits offered: 401(k) Dental insurance Medical insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Vacation, Sick, Holiday Disability insurances Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness 
$125,000 - $283,000 / YEAR
In collaboration with a physician, the Oncology NP/PA manages outpatient care. The NP/PA is responsible for acute and chronic problems associated with such disease, treatment and/or conditions. The NP/PA provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychological and emotional support. The NP/PA has prescriptive authority which includes schedule II through V controlled substances in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The NP/PA is a member of an interdisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers at the Institute in addition to collaborating institutions and agencies. The role requires critical thinking, an understanding of research principles and practices and leadership that improves the quality of care and advances nursing/medical care within the work setting and throughout the community. The NP/PA takes advantage of formal and informal learning opportunities to strengthen his or her knowledge base in support of the Institute’s Mission, Vision and Core Values. This position will weekend rotation coverage. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. In collaboration with a physician, the NP/PA manages therapeutic regimens for acute and chronic problems associated with such disease, treatment and/or conditions. The NP/PA provides anticipatory guidance, patient and family education, and psychological and emotional support. The NP/PA has prescriptive authority which includes schedule II through V controlled substances in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The NP/PA is a member of an interdisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers at the Institute in addition to collaborating institutions and agencies. The role requires critical thinking, an understanding of research principles and practices and leadership that improves the quality of care and advances nursing/medical care within the work setting and throughout the community. The NP/PA takes advantage of formal and informal learning opportunities to strengthen his or her knowledge base in support of the Institute's Mission, Vision and Core Values. At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply. NP Qualifications Authorization to practice in an expanded role as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Current certification from a nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners Minimum of 24 contact hours beyond generic education in pharmacotherapeutics Masters degree in Nursing Minimum of 1 year oncology nursing experience or 1 year Nurse Practitioner experience Oncology Nurse Practitioner experience preferred In possession of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Federal DEA numbers Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred - OCN, AOCN, CPON, BMTCN, CPHON Terms and Conditions of employment for Nurse Practitioners at Dana-Farber are governed by a collective bargaining unit through the Massachusetts Nurses Association at our Longwood, Chestnut Hill, and Merrimack Valley locations. PA Qualifications A Masters Degree and successful completion of an AAPA/NCCPA accredited Physician Assistant Studies program are required. Must be NCCPA Certified and licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Massachusetts. Must maintain current DEA and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licenses, and complete 100 hours of CME according to national and state regulations during each 2 year period of employment. PA I: No professional experience required. PA II: 2 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience PA III: 5 years of qualifying professional Physician Assistant experience Pay Transparency Statement The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications. Physician Assistant: $126K - $283K based on years of relevant experience For union nursing positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) NP Steps 1 - 21 Nurse Practitioner $125K - $283K per year based on a 40 hour/week position At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. EEOC Poster 
Long Term Skilled Nursing Facility currently has an exciting career opportunity for a dynamic and experienced professional to oversee our clinical operations. We are presently accepting applications for our Director of Nursing position at our state-of-the-art, Skilled Nursing Facility The successful candidate for this position will have: license registered nurse (RN) in the State of MA; proven experience in a skilled nursing facility with at least one year of successful experience as a Director of Nursing (DON); excellent knowledge of federal and state survey process; excellent work history in the long-term care industry; committed to team-oriented outcomes and quality care; and excellent oral and written communication skills. 
