Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Provides clinical support between patients and physicians.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses patients and test results, reviews results with physicians and ensures patient communication regarding results and/or recommendations per physician order. (20%)

• Assesses health status/needs during the ambulatory visit or over the phone using interviewing skills and nursing knowledge. Formulates and communicates an action plan. Implements plan and/or action after discussion with responsible physician. (10%)

• Coordinates and schedules all patient testing including surgeries and coordinate OR schedule. Assess blood work prior to surgery. (10%)

• Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture and willingness to learn. (10%)

• Provides clinical support during office hours. (50%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Nursing School Diploma required

• Current PA licensure as an RN

• 2 years experience as a surgical RN required

• CPR – American Heart Association

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• BA/BS Degree preferred

• Experience as an RN in the area of specialty, ambulatory experience, cardiovascular experience, and outpatient setting experience preferred.

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Req ID: J249153