Pain Mgmt Nurse

Pain Management Nurse

Under the general supervision of the Specialty Practice Manager the Pain Management Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care in conformity with the recognized nursing procedures.

Position Function and Duties:

Direct Clinical Care:

Accurately documents patient's chief complaint, medical history, and vital signs and completes pertinent forms within the Electronic Medical Record and in accordance with the Best Practice Work Flows and communicates all information to CRNA

Prepares/instructs/positions and drapes the patient

Performs phlebotomy and IV insertion as needed

Assists in procedures such as dressing changes, and injections using sterile techniques.

Provide patients with educational materials in collaboration with the CRNA. Instructs patients about medications, diet, and exercise; discharge instructions, care plan goals and preventative guidelines specific to the diagnosis

Prepares and administers medication as directed by CRNA or as indicated in the patient record

Ensures timely telephone assessments, including triage of appropriate care for patients with accurate documentation and prioritized scheduling

Goal Name:

Provides clinical support for all CRNAs

Assists CRNAs with procedures

Prepares the procedure room with needed supplies, instruments, and equipment, and maintains room in a clean manner

Ensures the CRNAs are on schedule being mindful of emergencies and unexpected interruptions

Prepares specimens and documentation for processing or transportation to processing facility

Communicates clinical education needs to the Specialty Practice Manager in an effort to optimize functional team capacity

Works with Practice Director and Specialty Practice Manager to improve and/or implement clinical workflows within the practice

Works with Care Coordinators and Quality Management liaisons to help close identified patient care gaps; inspire clinical teams to strive for targeted quality goals; and link patients and their family members to resources for optimal care compliance

Supply, Equipment & Medication Coordination:

Supervises the maintenance of an inventory of supplies and equipment as required to perform clinical services

Ensures that emergency equipment is checked and functional, hazardous materials are stored, handled, and disposed of in accordance with Hospital policies, and cares, cleans, and sterilizes equipment per instructions or established procedures

Orders medical supplies as needed to keep exam rooms stock. Will also order medications within Hospital policy for refills and prescriptions

Patient Access & Office Coordination:

Answers the telephone, files, and retrieves records as needed

Schedules patients for needed procedures or follow up appointments

Ensures efficient patient flow and provides timely assessment of patients presenting at the office

Organizational Expectations:

Attendance: Attendance is an essential job function; employee comes to work daily, on time, and completes scheduled shift

HIPAA: facilitates to maintain patient confidentiality

Internal communication: contributes to positive team performance and a culture of service excellence through effective communication, active listening, and respect

Interpersonal relationships: maintains appropriate interpersonal relationships with staff, patients, and visitors at all times. Works as a team member with other departments.

Safety: Practices workplace safety daily

Employee Engagement:

Actively participates in all hospital Service Excellence initiatives and trainings

Attends and participates in a minimum of 50% department staff meetings and signs off on review of 100% department staff meeting minutes

Completes all required annual education on or before the due date

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the primary functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities and possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation, to safely perform the essential functions of the job.

Minimal physical effort required with occasional light lifting to a maximum of 25 pounds; stooping; and pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers

Ability to effectively manage considerable mental stress

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word

Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication

Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and convey information in a clear, concise and accurate manner

Familiarity with computer and other business machines

Qualifications:

Education: Completion of RN Experience: One year Pain Management experience preferred

Job License and Certification:

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

RN registered in the state of New Hampshire.

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