Registered Nurse (Part Time)

Care. No matter what:

PPLM has been a leader in promoting sexual health for more than 90 years.  We believe that all people deserve the information and expert services to make informed, personal decisions that affect their health, their lives and their futures.  We are the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services. We educate families and empower youth to make responsible choices that lead to healthier lives.  We advocate for policies that improve sexual health.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

PPLM believes sexual health is essential to every person’s overall health, well-being and happiness. We recognize that geographical and systemic barriers entrenched in discrimination and stigma prevent people in Massachusetts from having equitable opportunity to choose their own path and access to sexual and reproductive health care. In order to address health equity in communities across Massachusetts in an authentic way, we must start with ourselves. We are taking focused steps to make progress in our own organization. We have embarked on a diversity, equity and inclusion journey that will lead us toward becoming an organization that better reflects our patients and embodies cultural humility. We are wholeheartedly committed to this work.

Functions in a variety of roles including family planning, abortion services, on call nursing, and centralized services depending on the needs of the health center and training level.  Provides patient care according to PPLM protocols and policies and the professional standards of the American Nurses Association.  Complies with all regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, Title X, CDC, DEA, and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.  Complies with all RN related documented workflows including the follow-up and referral procedures as outlined in PPLM’s Follow-up Manual.  Acts as a role model and resource for health care assistants, volunteers, and interns while providing a supervising role.  Works collaboratively with all health center staff and managers to contribute to a positive work environment.   

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR RN's

Functions in some or all of the following roles as determined by health center needs and training level

Compensation: $37/Hour

• Performs patient admission, assessment, and discharge procedures per PPLM protocols
• Administers and dispenses prescribed medications
• Provides post-operative and contraceptive education
• Provides nursing care for expected vs. unexpected post-abortion outcomes
• Supervises and participates in clinic set-up, clean up, and re-stocking of the recovery room
• Establishes a collaborative, team relationship with and supervises all non-licensed staff, interns, and volunteers

• Provides injections, self-injection teaching, pregnancy tests, and contraceptive sales visits as indicated
• Responds to incoming calls/ tasks related to contraception, GAHT prescriptions, complicated prior authorizations, and site medical clearance
• Contributes to management of post abortion RN calls

• Prepares patients for procedure
• Establishes eligibility of sedation, establishes/maintains IV access, and administers moderate sedation per protocol
• Supports and monitors patients during and after procedure (including vital signs)
• Assists the MD as needed and transports the patient to the recovery room
• Performs controlled substances counts before and after clinic with another staff RN
• Supervises and participates in clinic set-up, placing patients, room cleaning, and stocking supplies as needed. 
• Establishes and maintains a collaborative, team relationship with and supervises all non-licensed staff

• Answers emergency patient calls in a timely manner while working with the answering service
• Triages medical issues including the referral of patients to emergency care as indicated in consultation with the on-call provider
• Documents all calls and indicated follow-up plans in the EMR per PPLM’s On Call Policy and Follow-up Manual

• Follows all procedures for Centralized Services RNs (CSRNs)as outlined in PPLM’s Follow-up Manual including timely telephone response for patient questions/concerns, prescriptions needs, lab test and referral follow up for patients who have received care from PPLM
• Oversees the work of Centralized Services Health Care Assistants 
• Collaborates/consults with APCs and the on-call physician to determine appropriate patient care needs as indicated

• Functions as per above CSRN responsibilities
• Develops expertise in PPLMs EMR, technology, and follow-up systems
• Leads the CS team with identifying and reporting to Associate Director of Nursing and Director of Clinical Quality any EMR/workflow issues that compromise efficient CS function, and assists with developing quality improvements

• Reviews all patient charts after counseling for completeness and patient eligibility according to protocols
• Consults with clinic staff and patient administration as indicated
• Facilitates patient flow in the medical center in conjunction with HCA & RN staffing
• Advises staff and/or provides care in non-routine situations or manages complications
• Facilitates urgent referrals (Emergency Department and diagnostic ultrasound) for abortion, early pregnancy loss, and pregnancy of unknown location (PUL) visits
• Assists the physician with the correct ordering of all HCG and biopsies per PPLM follow-up procedures and ensures specimens are collected prior to patient departure from the clinic
• Assists the physician with management of any other abortion and pregnancy related follow-up of abnormal results and referrals as outlined in PPLM’s Follow-up Manual and ensures it is correct.
• Takes responsibility for ensuring prompt clinic start and monitors/ changes staff assignments as needed to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Manages staff responsibilities in coordination with the physician in the event of a medical emergency
• Manages RN breaks and lunches
• Ensures Rhogam is administered to each Rh-negative patient who has a clinical indication for it prior to patient departure from the clinic

• Fulfills every role as outlined in sections above for Levels I, II and II
• Acts as shift Charge RN when Site RN Manager not on duty, and manages additional duties including but not limited to the following:
• Ensures compliance with daily and monthly code cart / AED/ O2 tank check documentation
• Ensures compliance with policies for medication labeling/expiration/waste
• Manages unexpected staffing changes, staff breaks
• Communicates daily report to Site RN Manager as soon as available
• Establishes a collaborative, team relationship with all clinic staff

• Push wheelchair from procedure to recovery
• Standing 95% of workday
• Use of proper body dynamics when moving patients as needed.
• Lift twenty-thirty pounds.  Bend/reach/lift in clinic or when stocking supplies
• On Call Requirements Minimum:  2 days/month; Maximum: 6 days/month                         
• Monday-Saturday Days/possible rotation
• Participation in PPLM’s efforts to achieve goals for quality improvement and productivity

• 1-3 Years of experience preferred
• BA/BS preferred
• Current MA RN license required.
• CPR Certification
• ACLS Certification

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes; health, dental and vision insurance, 11 paid holidays, 403B retirement plan with a 3% employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, flexible spending accounts and more.

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.