Clinical/Technical Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling procedures/surgeries according to protocol.
• Assist in contacting insurance companies to obtain appropriate insurance authorizations for all procedures, surgeries, medications, testing as needed.
• Works closely with patients to communicate any changes and/or concerns during the pre/post-operative phase.
• Schedule/track pre-operative appointments according to protocol and insurance needs.
• Inform surgeon of any patient or clinician concerns while in process of scheduling patient for surgery (e.g., hospital pre-op issues, medical clearance issues, etc).
• Assists patient in the achievement of identified goals by carrying out the prescribed plan of care.
• Demonstrates patient advocacy by assuring a patient's right to privacy, safety and confidentiality.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills by participating in relevant educational and training programs.
• Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
• Conducts pre-visit preparations.
• Meets environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocols; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Fulfills clinical responsibilities, which include checking vital signs; physical examination preparations; prescription verifications with physician’s orders; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring; laboratory procedures including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing; venipunctures; specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum; EKG testing; completing lab draws; emergency first aid; administering immunizations and injections.
• Monitor vaccine, medication and laboratory supplies, coordinating with CMH hospital departments as appropriate
• Monitor medical/injection supplies, DME equipment, medication and laboratory supplies, coordinating with CMH hospital departments as appropriate

Clinic Stakeholder Responsibilities

• Participates effectively as a member of the healthcare team.
• Treats patients, families, visitors and co-workers with courtesy and respect.
• Provides direct constructive feedback to colleagues as appropriate.
• Clinic Financial Responsibilities
• Demonstrates effective time management skills
• Participates in performance improvement activities by identifying opportunities for improvement, offering solutions and supporting changes.
• Uses resources efficiently.
• Utilizes Community Memorial Hospital's property and supplies appropriately and prudently to maximize cost effectiveness of procedures, conserve resources and minimize waste
• Reviews e-bills and captures all services performed

Clinic Health Information Management Responsibilities

• Offers and receives feedback on own performance and on the quality of patient care delivered.
• Uses feedback to improve practice and patient care.
• Consistently ensures that patient information is kept private and confidential.

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program is required.
• Previous nursing and ambulatory surgery experience
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, pain management, emergency situations, fire safety, performance improvement and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical chart, Meaningful use reports as well as Performance Improvement reports.
• Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques applicable to injections.
• Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
• Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
• Required Licensure/Certification/Credentials
• Current NYS licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.