Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse

Rheumatology & Internal Medicine is a fast-growing private medical practice that provides a wide range of benefits to our employees. We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and highly motivated Registered Nurse Full time Monday through Friday 8:15am to 5pm

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Rheumatology and Internal Medicine practice. This role offers the opportunity to work in a primary care clinic while also supporting infusion therapy services. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing chronic diseases, administering biologic infusions, and handling prior authorizations, particularly in a specialty care setting. This is an exciting opportunity to support patients with complex autoimmune and internal medicine conditions in a clinical capacity.

Primary Care/Rheumatology Duties:

• Perform patient triage, including vital signs, symptom assessment, and documentation in the EMR.
• Administer medications and vaccinations as prescribed.
• Provide patient education on chronic disease management, medication adherence, and wellness.
• Coordinate patient referrals and diagnostic testing.
• Monitor and document patient progress and communicate findings with the care team.
• Support the processing of prior authorizations for medications, imaging studies, and specialty referrals.

Infusion Therapy Duties:

· Prepare and mix infusion medications according to provider orders and manufacturer guidelines, ensuring accurate dosing and safe handling of biologics and other IV therapies.

· Initiate, monitor, and discontinue IV infusions, including biologics (e.g., Remicade, Orencia, Actemra), IV steroids, antibiotics, and hydration treatments.

· Monitor vital signs and patient status before, during, and after infusion to identify and respond to any adverse reactions or complications.

· Implement physician orders accurately and promptly, ensuring safe and effective administration of all infusion-related therapies.

· Work closely with providers to coordinate patient care, communicate clinical findings, and ensure timely follow-up.

· Initiate and maintain IV access devices, including peripheral IVs and central lines, following strict aseptic technique.

· Provide thorough patient education on infusion therapy, medication side effects, and aftercare instructions.

· Document all aspects of infusion care in the EMR, including medication lot numbers, start/end times, vitals, and patient response.

· Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and safety standards for hazardous drug handling.

· Obtain and track prior authorizations for infusion medications and treatments when required by insurance.

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required.
• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Minimum 1-2 years of clinical RN experience in primary care, infusion therapy, or acute care.
• BLS certification required.
• IV experience highly desirable.

* Assist providers with patient care. Rooming patients and prepare for examinations, EKGs, Injections, Stocking exam rooms, EMR documentation, Confidentiality.

* Skills/Qualifications: Clinical Skills, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Procedural Skills, Documentation Skills, Verbal Communication, Inventory Control, Planning, Dependability, Medical Teamwork. Work hours are 8:15 am -5:00 pm Monday-Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Internal Medicine
• Rheumatology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office
• Private practice

License/Certification

• Qualifications:
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required.
• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Minimum 1-2 years of clinical RN experience in primary care, infusion therapy, or acute care.
• BLS certification required.
• IV experience highly desirable.

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, MA 01887 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, MA 01887: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $42