One Brooklyn Health
Overview
Assumes responsibility and accountability for patient screenings; triage; pain management; falls prevention, nutritional and psychosocial, discharge planning and other interventions to restore, maintain or promote patients’ physical health. Utilizes the nursing process in the provision of direct patient care. Assists all patients, families/significant others through the healthcare system by acting as a patient advocate and navigator. Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating, and coordinating all care provided to assigned patients. Executes medical plan of care, at the direction of the treating clinician, in accordance with licensure of a Registered Professional Nurse. Utilizes nursing diagnoses to treat human responses to actual and potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive or to restorative of life and well-being. Supervises patient care provided by Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) and supplemental staff. Supports patients’ self-management of disease and behavior modification interventions. Coordinates continuity of patient care with external healthcare organizations and facilities, including the process from admission to discharge and referrals from the primary care provider to the specialty care provider. Promotes clear communication amongst a care team and treating clinicians by ensuring awareness regarding a patient’s plan of care. Participates on a team for data collection, health outcomes reporting, clinical audits, and programmatic evaluation related to ambulatory care initiatives. Assists in the prior authorization process for clinical and pharmacy related orders. Demonstrates the ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary health care team.
Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of safe Chemotherapy Administration.
Assesses the immediate and continuing care needs of the patient including reviewing blood work before proceeding with ordered chemotherapy and consult with physician regarding results prior to chemotherapy administration.
Verifies correct medication and documents chemotherapy based on established hospital protocols.
Demonstrates knowledge of extravasation protocols.
Administers Blood Products in accordance with Brookdale’s transfusion policies and procedures including donor crossmatch processes.
Administers chemotherapy by infusion and injection, in accordance with accepted guidelines, including vein selection and assessment of venous catheter patency.
Demonstrates knowledge of pediatric weight-based medications, dosages, calculations and administration.
Uses and maintains venous access devices such as Hickman catheters and implanted ports including the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters.
Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate disposal of chemotherapy waste as per hospital policy.
Develops comprehensive and current plans of care including physical needs, patient teaching, discharge planning and psychosocial/spiritual needs.
Provides direct patient care based on assessed needs and the medical regimen. Oversees and ensures the provision of all aspects of care for the patient. Supervises the care provided by other nursing personnel including Patient Care Technicians (PCTs).
Provides Patient and Family education, as needed.
Daily, weekly and monthly checks of all logs including refrigerators, medications, testing equipment as per established protocols.
Coordinates the overall plan of care to ensure implementation of nursing interventions and consistency with medical regimen.
Establishes priorities for care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and initiates follow-up to ensure timely provision of patient care and therapeutic modalities.
Assures the plan of care integrates age-specific care needs (e.g. pediatrics, geriatrics) as defined in the unit scope of care.
Accepts responsibility and accountability for nursing interventions and outcomes based on professional clinical judgments.
Demonstrates effective communication, manages stressful situations appropriately and facilitates interpersonal relationships with other disciplines.
Ensures that patients receive timely and appropriate care within the delivery system and assists with facilitating internal and external referrals.
Communicates with pharmacies as well as insurance companies related to patient treatment plans and approvals of medications and/or procedures/Diagnostic Imaging.
Collaborates with medical providers in identifying patient educational needs and provides resources to meet these needs.
Performs efficiently in emergency situations; remains calm, uses good judgment and follows established protocols.
Performs vital signs and basic assessments as required.
Performs diagnostic testing as needed and assists during physical examinations.
Participates in triage processes by collecting pertinent data about the patient.
Administration of medications at the direction of the physician and venipuncture to obtain blood specimens as needed.
Adheres to OSHA standards for blood-borne pathogens when handling blood and body fluids.
Collects screening information including Falls, Nutritional, Psychosocial and Pain Assessments and documents findings.
Assumes lead clinical responsibilities as delegated by leadership and serves as a clinical resource for non-professional staff.
Participates in Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance activities and communicates issues for improvement.
Completes applicable duties on every patient, including Discharge Planning, Patient Education, and Documentation of nursing interventions.
Qualifications Education / Experience:
Graduate of accredited nursing programs.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in outpatient clinics with adult population and one (1) year with pediatric populations.
Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Non 1199 SEIU Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred; Associate’s Degree with minimum five (5) years of clinical experience in outpatient clinics acceptable; Phlebotomy experience preferred.
New Graduates: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; all required certifications within six (6) months of hire; Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Commitment to continuing professional growth; strong critical thinking, math, and computer skills (Excel & Word); team player; professional communication; decision making and problem solving; English literacy; ability to use electronic record systems.
Licenses, Certifications:
Current NY State RN License required.
BLS, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required.
IV Certification required.
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification required.
Medical Surgical Certification required; Ambulatory Care Certification and Oncology Certification preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Physically demanding, high-stress environment with prolonged standing, walking, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds; exposure to various hazards and environmental conditions; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; ability to work flexible hours.
Note: The salary range provided is a good faith estimate and may be modified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The statements describe the general nature of work and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. OBH is an equal opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of safe Chemotherapy Administration.
Assesses the immediate and continuing care needs of the patient including reviewing blood work before proceeding with ordered chemotherapy and consult with physician regarding results prior to chemotherapy administration.
Verifies correct medication and documents chemotherapy based on established hospital protocols.
Demonstrates knowledge of extravasation protocols.
Administers Blood Products in accordance with Brookdale’s transfusion policies and procedures including donor crossmatch processes.
Administers chemotherapy by infusion and injection, in accordance with accepted guidelines, including vein selection and assessment of venous catheter patency.
Demonstrates knowledge of pediatric weight-based medications, dosages, calculations and administration.
Uses and maintains venous access devices such as Hickman catheters and implanted ports including the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters.
Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate disposal of chemotherapy waste as per hospital policy.
Develops comprehensive and current plans of care including physical needs, patient teaching, discharge planning and psychosocial/spiritual needs.
Provides direct patient care based on assessed needs and the medical regimen. Oversees and ensures the provision of all aspects of care for the patient. Supervises the care provided by other nursing personnel including Patient Care Technicians (PCTs).
Provides Patient and Family education, as needed.
Daily, weekly and monthly checks of all logs including refrigerators, medications, testing equipment as per established protocols.
Coordinates the overall plan of care to ensure implementation of nursing interventions and consistency with medical regimen.
Establishes priorities for care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and initiates follow-up to ensure timely provision of patient care and therapeutic modalities.
Assures the plan of care integrates age-specific care needs (e.g. pediatrics, geriatrics) as defined in the unit scope of care.
Accepts responsibility and accountability for nursing interventions and outcomes based on professional clinical judgments.
Demonstrates effective communication, manages stressful situations appropriately and facilitates interpersonal relationships with other disciplines.
Ensures that patients receive timely and appropriate care within the delivery system and assists with facilitating internal and external referrals.
Communicates with pharmacies as well as insurance companies related to patient treatment plans and approvals of medications and/or procedures/Diagnostic Imaging.
Collaborates with medical providers in identifying patient educational needs and provides resources to meet these needs.
Performs efficiently in emergency situations; remains calm, uses good judgment and follows established protocols.
Performs vital signs and basic assessments as required.
Performs diagnostic testing as needed and assists during physical examinations.
Participates in triage processes by collecting pertinent data about the patient.
Administration of medications at the direction of the physician and venipuncture to obtain blood specimens as needed.
Adheres to OSHA standards for blood-borne pathogens when handling blood and body fluids.
Collects screening information including Falls, Nutritional, Psychosocial and Pain Assessments and documents findings.
Assumes lead clinical responsibilities as delegated by leadership and serves as a clinical resource for non-professional staff.
Participates in Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance activities and communicates issues for improvement.
Completes applicable duties on every patient, including Discharge Planning, Patient Education, and Documentation of nursing interventions.
Qualifications Education / Experience:
Graduate of accredited nursing programs.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in outpatient clinics with adult population and one (1) year with pediatric populations.
Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Non 1199 SEIU Candidates: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred; Associate’s Degree with minimum five (5) years of clinical experience in outpatient clinics acceptable; Phlebotomy experience preferred.
New Graduates: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; all required certifications within six (6) months of hire; Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Commitment to continuing professional growth; strong critical thinking, math, and computer skills (Excel & Word); team player; professional communication; decision making and problem solving; English literacy; ability to use electronic record systems.
Licenses, Certifications:
Current NY State RN License required.
BLS, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association required.
IV Certification required.
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification required.
Medical Surgical Certification required; Ambulatory Care Certification and Oncology Certification preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Physically demanding, high-stress environment with prolonged standing, walking, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds; exposure to various hazards and environmental conditions; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; ability to work flexible hours.
Note: The salary range provided is a good faith estimate and may be modified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The statements describe the general nature of work and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. OBH is an equal opportunity employer.
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