What are the responsibilities and job description for the Poison Control Specialist (RN) position at The University of Kansas Health System?
Position Title
Poison Control Specialist (RN)
Bell Hospital
Position Summary / Career Interest :
The Poison Control Specialist manages and triages poison cases / exposures. Assesses the severity of the exposure, identifies the toxic substances and calculate the amount ingested and relates it to the toxic level of the identified substance.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
- Manages and triages poison cases / exposures. Assesses the severity of the exposure, identifies the toxic substances, and calculates the amount ingested and relates it to the toxic level of the identified substance.
- Determines the appropriate treatment and recommends specific treatment at home or medical treatment in an emergency department or other health care facility.
- Uses a courteous and professional customer-focused approach while interacting directly or on the telephone with customers.
- Directs customers with potential problems to the supervisor or administrator as appropriate.
- Provides poison and drug information to health professionals and the general public.
- Completes all appropriate documentation for each exposure case. Completes all required verbal or written follow-up in response to poison center calls.
- Serve as a preceptor for students and residents
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Required Licensure and Certification
Knowledge Requirements
Time Type : Job Requisition ID :
R-41413
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