Registered Nurse

Locations: Boston, Worcester, Marlborough, Springfield, Float Opportunities and Telehealth Status: Full-Time / Part-Time / Union / On-Site / Hybrid

About Joining Our Talent Community At Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM), we’re always looking to connect with dedicated clinicians who are passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate sexual and reproductive health care. This posting is part of our ongoing effort to build a strong pipeline of Advanced Practice Clinicians for future opportunities across our health centers. If you don’t currently see an opening in your preferred location or schedule, we encourage you to apply to join our talent community.

By joining, you’ll be among the first to be considered when new Advanced Practice Clinician roles become available across our sites in Boston, Worcester, Marlborough, Springfield, or through our telehealth program. Please include a short cover letter sharing which locations and types of roles (for example: full-time, part-time, or per diem) you’re most interested in, so that we can reach out as aligned opportunities open.

About Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts PPLM is the state’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as a nationally recognized provider of comprehensive sex education and cutting-edge research. Our mission is to ensure every person in Massachusetts has access to sexual and reproductive health care and education—no matter who they are, where they live, or who they love. Our work is informed by research, powered by advocacy, and conducted with compassion and respect.

PPLM operates four health centers across the state and provides care through telehealth services. We are a proud affiliate of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, part of a network of more than 600 health centers across the country committed to providing equitable, patient-centered care.

What You'll Do Career Progression & Leveling

PPLM supports professional growth through a structured RN career ladder (RN I–IV).

Advancement is based on:

• Demonstrated competency and consistent performance

• Completion of required training and skills assessments

• Professional development and continuing education

• Leadership, collaboration, and teamwork contributions

• Business needs and organizational priorities

Advancement is not automatic and requires approval from Human Resources and the Chief Medical Officer.

Key Responsibilities

RN I

• Provide recovery room care, including patient assessment, education, discharge, and follow-up support

• Administer medications in accordance with provider orders and established protocols

• Perform venipuncture, point-of-care testing, and IV insertion/removal

• Support family planning, medication abortion, STI services, and triage-related activities

• Participate in after-hours RN on-call coverage (2–6 shifts per month)

RN II (in addition to RN I duties)

• Assist with procedural care, including moderate sedation administration and patient monitoring

• Perform controlled substance counts in accordance with policy

• Provide patient education and counseling related to procedures and reproductive health services

• Support centralized nursing services and patient follow-up activities

RN III (in addition to RN I & II duties)

• Review patient records for medical eligibility and documentation accuracy

• Coordinate clinic workflow, patient flow, and emergency response activities

• Support follow-up care management and care coordination

• Train, mentor, and support nursing staff as needed

RN IV (in addition to RN I–III duties)

• Provide scheduling and operational support to nursing leadership

Centralized Services Nursing Track

RN I

• Triage clinical questions, abnormal results, referrals, and prescription requests

• Manage patient follow-up activities in accordance with established protocols

• Participate in after-hours RN on-call coverage (2–6 shifts per month)

RN II (in addition to RN I duties)

• Manage patient follow-up reports and related workflows

• Provide in-clinic nursing support as needed

RN III (in addition to RN I & II duties)

• Train and mentor Centralized Services RNs and support staff learning new roles

Additional Responsibilities (All RN Levels)

• Perform clinical audits as needed

• Maintain current knowledge of nursing best practices and regulatory requirements

• Availability to work Monday–Saturday daytime schedules

• Participate in ongoing training and professional development

• Perform other duties as assigned

RN IV (in addition to RN I–III duties)

• Provide scheduling and operational support to nursing leadership

Additional Responsibilities (All RN Levels)

• Perform clinical audits as needed

• Maintain current knowledge of nursing best practices and regulatory requirements

• Availability to work Monday–Saturday daytime schedules

• Participate in ongoing training and professional development

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• Current Massachusetts RN license required

• CPR certification required

• Demonstrated clinical experience in sexual and reproductive health

• Experience with health equity and public health initiatives preferred

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-based environment

• Physical requirements: standing 95% of the workday, lifting up to 30 lbs. unassisted, and ability to bend, reach, and stock supplies

Why Work With Us? We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Commuter Benefits

• A mission-driven workplace that values equity, inclusion, and belonging

Commitment to Equity PPLM is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and belonging. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Hispanic, Asian, and Indigenous people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and working-class people.

We are committed to creating an organization that reflects the patients and communities we serve, grounded in cultural humility and inclusive practice