What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse position at Planned Parenthood Of Greater New York?
Reviews patient’s medical and social history prior to procedure or exam to ensure complete medical record and awareness of any relevant medical, emotional, psychological or social issues. Prepares chart after review of history.
Consults with Abortion or Anesthesia provider for any patient issues as set forth in the SAB Protocol.
Monitors patient flow in the surgical area, communicates and trouble shoots problems with Director of Clinical / Surgical Services.
Maintains documentation of abortion logs.
Responsible for acquisition, distribution and documentation of controlled substances. Maintains narcotic and medication protocol, monitors emergency cart equipment to ensure adequate supplies and check expiration dates.
Review of patient management – Local, Mid Tri, Ectopic, EPL, inadequate tissue and inconclusive sono.
Assists and / or prepares patient for exam / procedure or treatment.
Assists clinician in transfer of patient to recovery room after completion of surgical procedure.
Performs any duties related to preparing instruments, equipment and / or medication needed for exam treatment / procedure.
Provides post procedure patient education including detailed information regarding procedures, possible aftereffects, and post procedure self-care.
Assists with emergency care and transports patients.
Evaluates patient's post-procedure / exam / treatment status, administering medication as prescribed, and identifies need for clinician intervention.
Assists in the training and supervision of licensed and non-professional staff.
Accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in meeting established goals for productivity.
Accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in achieving established revenue cycle goals.
Accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in health care center efforts to comply with all organizational and quality assurance guidelines, and all applicable government regulations.
Accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in overall health center efforts to achieve all goals set to improve customer relations, increase customer satisfaction and promote repeat customer visits.
Understands and commits to modeling excellent customer service in all aspects of health care delivery. Accepts individual and joint responsibility for and participates in overall health center efforts to achieve goals and policies on professionalism, wait time in the clinic / on the phone, and the system for addressing client complaints.
Meets Clinical Services Standards of Behavior.
Understands and commits to customer-oriented approach to health care delivery.
Completes all responsibilities according to established protocols, policies and standard practices in the areas of ADA and regulatory compliance programs such as HIPAA.
Works effectively with volunteers, trainees and temp agency personnel.
Performs other educational and experience related duties as required.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Education Requirements :
Requires an ability equal to that usually derived from satisfactory completion of courses required for graduation from an accredited college or university with a Nursing Degree
Experience Requirements :
Requires previous experience of a minimum of 1 to 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role, or equivalent experience working within the SAB Nursing Team.
Must demonstrate strong customer service skills as it relates to patient care and overall communications.
Requires computer proficiency.
Excellent communication skills, judgment and problem-solving skills are essential.
Licensure / Certifications :
Current NYS Nurses License and Registration.
Current BLS Certification
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Requires prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks including use of a computer. Frequent standing, walking, bending. Must be able to walk up and down stairs. Requires lifting or moving of patients / supplies / equipment. Visual acuity sufficient to perform frequent work on a computer screen and review printed reports and other materials. Requires the ability to hear and to communicate orally with others. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, and medical equipment and will require reaching, grasping, pushing and pulling.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS : This job operates in a professional office environment. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions in a health center environment. May require travel to other health centers, at times in inclement weather. Requires flexible schedule and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and / or 37.5 hours per week.
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