Ambulatory Pulmonary RN

Brown Medicine•East Providence, RI

1d•$36 - $71•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Provides nursing care for pulmonary patients in the ambulatory setting –primarily via telephone and secure messaging, rather than through direct patient contact. The nurse is an integral member of the pulmonary care team in helping patients achieve optimal lung health and in managing chronic conditions effectively – through assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation/re-evaluation. Provides safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, individualized and goal-directed nursing care to patients of the division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Consistently practices customer service standards. Provide nursing triage, assessment and education to patients via nurse visits, telephone interactions and secure messaging Manage patient needs including medication management, post procedure instructions and care coordination. Serve as a liaison to patients, family members and referring providers with guidance from pulmonary providers. Acts as patient advocate in the coordination of patient care. Demonstrates understanding and interpretation of diagnostic measures such as lab tests. Identifies goals for the individual patient and communicates these goals to the appropriate care team member involved in the patient’s care. Reports and documents information accurately and in a timely manner Seeks guidance, direction and assistance where needed. Adheres to BMED Policy and Procedures at all times and is an active participant in the QI program Adheres to required infection prevention measures and environmental safety practices. Participates in staff meetings and In-services as required/requested. Demonstrates flexibility in patient care, assignment, schedule. Delegate tasks and direct the activities of unlicensed care providers (schedulers, Medical Assistants and Staff Assistants). Utilizing supplies, equipment and resources to contains costs without compromising delivery of care Performs other duties as assigned EDUCATION: Graduate of a Professional School of Nursing Evidence of continuing education LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Current state licensure as a registered nurse (RN) Current certification in BLS EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Pulmonary, Nurse Triaging, and/or Ambulatory experience required. Good command of the English language, both verbal and written. Equivalent mastery of the Spanish language is preferred but not required. Ability to work well with physicians, APPs, employees, patients, families and others. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None Pay Range: $35.70-$71.40 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: East Providence-375 Wampanoag Trail - 375 Wampanoag Trail East Providence, Rhode Island 02915 Work Type: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Requirements

Graduate of a Professional School of Nursing
Evidence of continuing education
Current state licensure as a registered nurse (RN)
Current certification in BLS
Pulmonary, Nurse Triaging, and/or Ambulatory experience required.
Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
Ability to work well with physicians, APPs, employees, patients, families and others.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent mastery of the Spanish language is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing triage, assessment and education to patients via nurse visits, telephone interactions and secure messaging
Manage patient needs including medication management, post procedure instructions and care coordination.
Serve as a liaison to patients, family members and referring providers with guidance from pulmonary providers.
Acts as patient advocate in the coordination of patient care.
Demonstrates understanding and interpretation of diagnostic measures such as lab tests.
Identifies goals for the individual patient and communicates these goals to the appropriate care team member involved in the patient’s care.
Reports and documents information accurately and in a timely manner
Seeks guidance, direction and assistance where needed.
Adheres to BMED Policy and Procedures at all times and is an active participant in the QI program
Adheres to required infection prevention measures and environmental safety practices.
Participates in staff meetings and In-services as required/requested.
Demonstrates flexibility in patient care, assignment, schedule.
Delegate tasks and direct the activities of unlicensed care providers (schedulers, Medical Assistants and Staff Assistants).
Utilizing supplies, equipment and resources to contains costs without compromising delivery of care
Performs other duties as assigned