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NP or PA- PACU- MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital
$126,838.40 - $173,867.20 / yr
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
267 Charles Street (Show on map)
Sep 01, 2026
Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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 not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing 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 This position is full-time, 40 hrs, 3-13 hr shifts, D/E rotation, Mon-Sat Massachusetts General Hospital's Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) play a critical role in advancing high-quality, patient-centered perioperative care. Within the PACU, APPs support a safe, inclusive, and clinically rigorous care environment grounded in excellence, inquiry, cultural competence, and the institution's commitment to patients and families. The PACU has exciting growth opportunities in the short and long term with the expansion of MGH main campus, Philip and Susan Ragon building. PACU Environment: The Massachusetts General Hospital Post Anesthesia Care Units include seven critical care areas and one Short Stay Unit, providing specialized care for adult and pediatric patients before and immediately following surgery and procedures requiring anesthesia. This complex, high-acuity environment requires strong clinical judgment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to contribute effectively across a broad range of surgical specialties. APPs work in partnership with experienced critical care clinicians and play an integral role in supporting operational continuity, patient safety, and exceptional care delivery. Current Opportunity The PACU currently has opportunities for Advanced Practice Providers with the experience, professionalism, and clinical expertise to support a high-performing perioperative care model. Ideal candidates are available for full-time schedules of 40 hours per week, composed of 13-hour day/evening shifts Monday through Saturday. This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes, team effectiveness, and the continued advancement of PACU practice. We are seeking APPs who demonstrate clinical excellence, sound decision-making, professionalism, and a strong commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care. The Ideal Candidate will have: Minimum of 3 years of adult, family, or acute care nurse practitioner experience, or minimum of 3 years of acute care physician assistant experience, strongly preferred. Demonstrated critical care thinking, clinical judgment, and independent decision-making skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, APPs, nursing, anesthesia, surgery, and interdisciplinary colleagues. Pediatric APP experience welcome but not required. Licensure and Certification Requirements Current active licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as either a Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. For nurse practitioners: certification from a national certifying body acceptable to the Board of Registration in Nursing as an adult, family, or acute care nurse practitioner. For physician assistants: certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Summary The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings. -Performs complete histories and physical examinations. -Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. -Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. -Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries. -Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population. -Orders medications and writes prescriptions in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. Qualifications Education Master's Degree Nursing or Physician Assistant required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials - Registered Nurse [RN - MA License] - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [MA License] or - Physician Assistant [MA License] Experience Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 2 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. - Ability to maintain quality control standards. - Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. - Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. - Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 267 Charles Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $126,838.40 - $173,867.20/Annual Grade 7 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. 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 People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) 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.