Patient Blood Management Program Manager - Pre-Admission Testing

Job Description

Patient Blood Management Program Manager - Pre-Admission Testing

Responsibilities:

1. Works closely with the MD, Director of DH, AD of PAT, staff and ancillary staff by assisting in the coordination of the medical, emotional, physical, mental and spiritual needs for outpatients.
2. Works closely with the patient, patient's family and/or healthcare agent, physician, nurses and ancillary staff to assure a continuum of care for patients.
3. Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to assess, interpret data, and initiate and evaluate a plan of care appropriate to the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.
4. Is knowledgeable about Blood Management by training and/or experience.
5. Assures that the patients' rights and wishes to accept or decline blood transfusions are recognized, and appropriate Blood Management alternatives and techniques are employed.
6. Serves as an Advanced Consultant to patients, families and staff in the delivery of care to patients choosing to refuse consent for blood transfusions for religious and/or personal reasons.
7. Provides support and educational materials specific to refusal to accept blood and assists patients in completing any necessary forms.
8. Works closely with the appropriate staff and ancillary departments to facilitate any needed appointments/referrals and to ensure effective communication and a smooth process throughout the surgical journey.
9. Ensures that patients' rights and privacy are maintained to a very high degree.
10. Uses appropriate documentation to ensure collaboration of care among staff.
11. Be active in promoting, planning, developing and implementing any growth initiatives regarding position.
12. Assist in development and implementation of policies and processes as needed.
13. Provide and maintain data on patients seen for review and seek opportunities for improvement.
14. Round on patients in Surgical waiting area, DH, HA, and Endo to provide updates on progress.
15. Maintain communication with staff, physicians and family to facilitate correct and up to date information for patients as well as family members throughout the surgical journey.
16. Demonstrates competency in, but not limited to the following for Surgical Services (refer to McLeod Health Competency Checklist):
    • Organizational Core Competencies
    • Effective Communication
    • Patient and Family Education
    • Ethics/Quality and Safety
    • Patient Privacy
    • Documentation
    • Patient Scheduling
    • Admission Process
17. Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 yrs experience in Surgical Services
• Experience in Blood Management preferred

Requirements:
Licenses and Certifications:
Registered Nurse
Basic Life Support (AHA CERT. Only)

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About the Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.