Public Health RN

Company: Fenway Health
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Description:Are you a compassionate and dedicated nurse with a passion for making a meaningful impact? Were seeking a Public Health Nurse (RN) who thrives in a dynamic, client-centered environment and is committed to serving marginalized communities.In this role, youll provide vital nursing care to two priority populations: People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) and gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM), as well as transgender women. Using a harm reduction and trauma-informed approach, youll deliver specialized care, including HIV, HCV, and STI screening and treatment.Fenway Health offers fantastic benefits to those who quality including:Generous paid time off including 3+ weeks of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays per yearComprehensive and low-cost health and dental (100% employer contribution) insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.License fee reimbursementRetirement plan with employer matchCEU program through The National LGBTQIA+ Health Education CenterSupervision, tuition reimbursement, in-service training, and professional development supportA team culture built on collaboration, learning, and sharing of expertiseEmployee wellness programWhat Youll Do:Offer low-barrier, compassionate, nonjudgmental care that meets clients where they are.Provide health navigation, risk reduction counseling, and support for episodic clinics.Work collaboratively with program staff to promote health equity and well-being.Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team that prioritizes inclusivity and respect. Use your skills to create positive change and improve lives. Enjoy a supportive, dynamic work environment that values your expertise.This is more than a nursing jobits an opportunity to advocate, connect, and inspire and be a champion for public health. If youre passionate about harm reduction, community health, and making a difference, apply today!Representative Duties:Providing Patient Triage: the safe, effective and appropriate disposition of health related problemsProvide patients with accessible care that operates within the harm reduction frameworkAdministers comprehensive evaluation of patient telephone callers and walk-in patients, develops care plan, consults with other disciplines as needed, and implements plan including referralsAdvocates for patient care as nurse member of multidisciplinary medical teamCare plan is communicated to patients in a timely mannerDocuments triage encounters in medical record, documenting all appropriate activities and planConduct community and Street outreachProvide coverage across other public health sites in Cambridge and BostonHealth NavigationDelivers personalized services to our patients to improve their care using careful assessment, planning, coordination and delivery of care, and outcome evaluation of the planCoordinates follow up care for acutely ill patients including primary care and specialty visits including HCV treatment, substance use services, PrEP, nPEP, and behavioral health.Coordinates preventative services for defined population including education, vaccinations, monitoring and arranging for lab tests and referralsEvaluates adherence to care plan to promote patients well-beingDocuments services in medical record, documenting all appropriate activities and planProviding direct patient care, using nursing procedures as appropriate for a Registered NurseProvides episodic care as appropriate to the target populations with an emphasis on HIV and HCV prevention and behavioral issues (i.e. medication compliance, safe sex) and provide follow-up as indicated.Assists with patient care under the direction of appropriate medical provider and/or under nursing scope of practiceAdministers medications and vaccinations, (PO, IM, SC, ID).Checks supplies for nursing patient encounters and notifies manager or supply ordering designee if additional stock neededAdministers all medical tests and procedures as per protocolAssists with preventative medicine efforts (e.g.: flu, STD, vital sign checks, occupational health)Clearly communicates interventions to patientsCommunicates changes to plan of careMaintains comprehensive knowledge of medical issuesMaintains comprehensive knowledge of medical developments in preventing and treating HIV/AIDS and HCV infection, pain management, health issues related to homelessness and injection drug use, as well as and behavioral issues (i.e. medication compliance, safe sex, social and behavioral effects of drug use) as well as other medical conditions appropriate.Learn and maintain knowledge regarding harm reduction, and cultural competency regarding drug use.Seeks out continuing education opportunities related to essential job functionsCompletes continuing education requirements per the Massachusetts Board of Nursing regulationsObtains ACRN or other certifications related to essential job functions within 2 years of hireUnderstands and maintains universal precautions in all clinical activitiesAge Specific CareProvides age-specific care per Fenway Health policyProvides Health EducationProvides community health educationProvides patient education related to their medical and psychosocial needsMaintains comprehensive knowledge of vaccines, medications, and other therapeutic interventions as appropriate to our outpatient clinicMaintains comprehensive knowledge of FH policies, procedures and services including those of TFIMaintains knowledge of community resourcesAssists in training other employees in the medical department including orientation of new staff, volunteers, and studentsEffectively communicates with patients, co-workers on medical team, in medical department and across departmentsDemonstrates competency in EMR, Microsoft Outlook, CareWeb and/or Care360, and other health informatics platformsComplete all data entry and documentation in a timely mannerAttends and participates in regularly scheduled general staff meetings as well as Nursing meetings (e.g. MDSM)Is available to meet with team members during assigned work hoursUnderstands and abides by HIPAA regulationsDemonstrates a commitment to strong customer serviceAbility to work as a team memberMeets Agency Participatory ExpectationsPerforms other related duties as requiredRequirements:ASN/BSN/MSN and current licensure as Registered Nurse (RN) in the Commonwealth of MassachusettsFamiliarity with the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with HIV/AIDS (e.g., ANAC certification), and People Who Use Drugs (PWUD)Commitment to community and public healthCurrent CPR CertificationBLS certification requiredAbility to work harmoniously and effectively with colleagues, patients, clients and vendors across the spectrum of diversity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, national origin and immigrant status, religious or spiritual identity, disability (physical, mental, emotional and developmental), veteran status, and/or limited English proficiency.Willingness to contribute towards Fenways efforts in becoming an anti-racist organization and promoting a culture dedicated to ongoing development in service of humility, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, where differences are acknowledged and valued.Preferred qualifications:2 or more years experience in an ambulatory care settingExperience in a harm reduction settingExperience providing harm reduction services to people who use drugsExperience providing sexual health services to the LGBTQIA+ communityExperience with electronic medical records/Epic strongly preferredWe offer competitive salaries, and for those who qualify, an excellent benefits package; including comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, and a retirement plan with employer match. We also provide 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, and more.LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), and individuals from other historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.This is a union position in a Fenway Health bargaining unit represented by 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East.by Jobble

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