Posted 1mo ago

LPN/RN, Coumadin Clinic (Hyannis)

@ Cape Cod Healthcare
Hyannis, Massachusetts, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Coordinate anticoagulation, Monitor labs, Educate patients
Requirements Summary:Coordinate Coumadin and Lovenox anticoagulation; monitor labs; adjust doses; provide patient education; enter orders; initiate home INR monitoring; prior anticoagulation experience preferred.
Save
Mark Applied
Hide Job
Report & Hide
Job Description

•    Coordinates Coumadin and Lovenox anticoagulation for new and established clinic patients
•    Gathers information from provider to obtain anticoagulation needs, diagnosis, desirable range and length of treatment.
•    Monitors and coordinates lab testing and dosage instructions with the patient
•    Obtains and enters lab orders in accordance with protocol
•    Adjusts anticoagulation dose in accordance with the protocol or as instructed by provider 
•    Provides teaching and reviews safety issues with patients and care givers
•    Documents in CoagClinic reason for anticoagulation, diagnosis, desired range, laboratory data, dosage instructions, precautions, and follow up laboratory testing
•    Initiates home INR monitor  testing with Alere, as instructed by provider
•    Processes prescription refills in accordance with refill policy or as instructed by provider 
•    Notifies provider of any adverse reactions or when excessive anticoagulation occurs
•    Coordinates with other providers and patients when anticoagulation needs to be temporarily suspended for procedure
•    Works with VNA, other Home Health Groups and independent labs
•    Sets up new  home draws 
•    Coordinates bridge therapy with Lovenox as directed
•    Tracks delinquent anticoagulation patients and coordinates their follow-up requirements
•    Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.
 


•    Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
•    Currently licensed as an RN (P021) or LPN (P016) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
•    Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers required
•    Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management skills required
•    Experience with current office technology, proficient with computer office applications
•    Prior work experience and excellent knowledge in anticoagulation preferred
•    Ability to multitask in a busy clinic setting including excellent communication and phone skills
 



*!


Pay Range Details

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cape Cod Healthcare’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.


Beware scam interview requests

Cape Cod Healthcare has been made aware of an instance in which a potential scammer has attempted to impersonate CCHC leadership and request chat interviews. Please note this is not our process and we will never direct you to interview solely through web-based chat. For any questions about available job opportunities or to learn more about our interview process please visit our careers page: https://www.capecodhealth.org/careers/