What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospitalist RN position at Cheyenne Regional?
Day in the Life of a Hospitalist RN:
The Hospitalist RN facilitates Physician/Patient interactions and overall care of hospitalized patients from pre-admission to post-discharge. Specific tasks include but are not limited to coordinating daily admissions, assigning new patients to rounding physicians, medication reconciliation, medication prior authorization, various administrative tasks, scheduling follow up appointments (as needed), assisting Hospitalist Medical Director(s) as needed/requested.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
- ANCC Magnet Hospital
- 403(b) with 4% employer match
- 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
- Education Assistance Program
- Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Loan Forgiveness Eligible
Here is what you will be doing:
- Completes daily physician rounding assignments and admission order.
- Assigns new admissions to rounding physicians throughout the day.
- Accepts phone calls regarding admission/consultations from ER, Transfer Center, and Specialists.
- Performs medication reconciliations for all day/night admissions.
- Completes medication reconciliation on all patients within 24 hours of admission.
- Accepts and addresses calls from physicians, ER, transfer center, nursing, ancillary departments, pharmacies, outside facilities, family members, discharged patients, etc.
- Obtains and distributes records upon request and in compliance with HIPAA.
- Monitors fax machine and routes paperwork appropriately.
- Tracks patients’ PCPs/specialists and pharmacy for after visit follow up purposes.
- Completes prior authorizations for medications.
- Ensures death certificates are routed to the correct Physician.
- Confirms vaccine status as needed.
Desired skills:
- Ability to work efficiently and independently
- Working knowledge of electronic health records
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills
- Strong knowledge of medications/doses
Here is what you will need:
- Wyoming Registered Nurse License or enhanced Nurse Licensure (eNLC)
- Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date
- 6 Months: Lean Daily Management training within six (6) months of start date
Nice to have:
- RN experience in a hospital setting
About Cheyenne Regional:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
