(RN) Nurse Navigator Home Hospital -Faulkner
(RN) Nurse Navigator Home Hospital -Faulkner
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a notforprofit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that highperforming teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Skills/CompetenciesOrganizational abilities prioritizing with multitasking skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Selfdirection
Team player
Effective interpersonal skills with a variety of individuals
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective with conflict management and resolution
Customercentric and focused
Extensive knowledge of clinical capabilities of HH and inclusion/exclusion criteria
Clinical knowledge and skill in realtime evaluation of patients during their Emergency Department encounter
Qualifications External
Requirements
Current RN licensure in the state of Massachusetts
Minimum 3 years emergency department home hospital or inpatient experience
Varied experience preferred
Working Conditions
Hospitalbased environment in an emergency department setting
Qualifications
36 Hour position
The position to which you are applying is represented by a collective bargaining unitMassachusetts Nurses Association
The Emergency Department Nurse Navigator is responsible for accurate and efficient patient identification for the MGB Home Hospital. The ED Nurse Navigator identifies eligible patients and conducts clinical and social eligibility and safety screening while collaborating with the Home Hospital Admitting provider the Home Hospital Case Manager and the Administrative Coordinator. This role also communicates with the ED care team the patient and family and the ED Case Managers at times to facilitate transfers to MGB Home role is the patients first introduction to MGB Home Hospital because of this the role requires a strong understanding of the program and the ability to present the program accurately addressing any questions raised by the patient family or care team.
The ED Nurse Navigator is present in the ED proactively casefinding by engaging in rounds and huddles as well as independently identifying patients throughout the shift to maintain goals of Home Hospital growth and census.
Responsibilities
- Attends huddle each morning with the Home Hospital team
- Gathers appropriate clinical information to identify patients based on catchment area and plan of care
- Interacts with the Emergency Department interdisciplinary team and ED Care Facilitators to assist patient identification with the goal of successful transfer to MGB Home Hospital
- Collaborates closely with the MGB Home Hospital Admitting Provider when perspective patients meet eligibility criteria; then notifies the Home Hospital Case Manager
- Obtains consent from patient to transfer to MGB Home Hospital
- Communicates and collaborates with Administrative Coordinator and Administrative Manager regarding patient transfers
- Has realtime knowledge of capacity and capabilities of MGB Home Hospital
- Works with care areas to manage patient flow and placement to support Home Hospital transfers and census goals
- Utilizes analytical and critical thinking in decision making and judgment that is aligned with organizational objectives
- Serves as a role model coach and facilitator
- Promotes thorough collaborative and respectful communication
- Inspires and encourages teamwork
- Exhibits excellent and effective communication skills that promotes patient centered care relationship building and professionalism
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
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 PeopleFocused half PerformanceFocused) 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
