Registered Nurse - Outpatient Antibiotic Therapy

OPAT Nurse

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.

GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:

The OPAT Nurse delivers the course of care and treatment as determined by the Infectious Diseases physicians. Provides triage services in an outpatient clinic setting. Services are provided by anticipating needs, providing, and managing care, under general direction of physician team. Navigates the patient's care collaboratively across multiple disciplines, departments, outside agencies, and providers within the system to achieve seamless patient care. Takes a leadership role and collaborates with the multiple-disciplinary care team and other caregivers to meet specific goals.

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8a - 5

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have an RN license in the state of Idaho issued prior to hire date.
• Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire.
• All colleagues must provide licensure or proof of application in process for an Oregon RN license within 90 days of the hire date.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hir

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Performs phone triage and post-discharge phone calls within 72 hours of discharge.
• Educates patient based on assessment of needs.
• Works as the patient's advocate necessitating a seamless continuum of care. Involves family/caretaker in plan of care and conducts patient and family education as appropriate. Explores the patient's understanding and knowledge of current health status.
• Communicates and coordinates the plan of care with the patient which includes discharge OPAT orders.
• Ensures patient has full access to the services and support resources as needed.
• Tracks time-sensitive labs for all OPAT patients and expedites results to the provider/care team as appropriate. May need to manually transcribe lab results into patient chart.
• Triages all antibiotic levels.
• Performs EKG's and gives vaccines.
• Provides communication to the primary care provider about the patient's plan of care as needed.
• Collects and records data that is comprehensive, accurate and systematic. Records problems, interventions, and responses of patients and caregivers according to established procedures and in a timely manner.
• Practices within the rules and regulations defined by the Idaho and Oregon State Board of Nursing.

HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS :

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market- competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.

• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.

• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION :

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region's most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.