Outreach Registered Nurse (Columbus)

CENTRAL OUTREACH WELLNESS CENTER LLC•Columbus, OH

20d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Outreach RN / Outreach Coordinator is to maintain the mobile units and the schedules for the mobile units. The Outreach Nurse will also contact patients with test results (STI, labs, etc.), assist with HCV testing and treatment protocols and coordinate treatment and care with the clinician. In this role, the RN exhibits a professional attitude in dealing with our patients and staff at all times.

Requirements

Active Ohio Registered Nursing License
CPR certification
Clean OH Driver’s License
Ability to drive larger vehicles
Technical skills with van equipment
Emphasis on HARM reduction
Knowledge of basic computer skills, Excel, Word and how to use Electronic Medical Records
Experience with patient centered care
Punctuality and impeccable attendance
Strong communication skills with both professionals and patients from all demographics
Non-judgmental approach to patient care
Technical skills with required office equipment
Patience and great attention to detail
Completely understand the healthcare privacy laws as outlined in HIPAA
LGBTQ+ cultural competency
Ability to work collaboratively in team-based care
Ability to adapt to a work environment that is constantly changing and not always structured
Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, excited atmosphere
Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor
Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

Ensure the van gets to locations per the outreach schedule abiding by safe driving laws
Maintain the schedule for outreach events
Ensure enough and proper staff are at each event
Schedule events with local businesses throughout the city of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan and implement, and evaluate patient care
Performs interviews to identify specific patient needs
Collects, analyzes, and interprets information from healthcare members and documents as necessary
Collect patient health history
Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans pertaining to HCV, HIV, STI’s, MAT and Narcan training
Notify patients of positive and abnormal results and coordinate treatment and care ASAP
Support clinician with any assigned duties, i.e., prescription refills etc.
Understand and educate patients on HARM reduction techniques
Administer medication, change wound dressings and performs other treatment options
Read and interpret patient lab results, making treatment decision where appropriate
Consult with clinicians to decide on the best treatment plan for patients
Research ways to improve healthcare processes and patient outcomes through data obtained/analytical tasks/and charting tasks related to patient information
Communicate with patients about their status and condition through emails, phone and face-to-face conversations
Performing administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies
Ensures all specimens have a corresponding State Sheet
Ensures all specimens are labled, spun, piped and placed in the refrigerator at NS for processing and shipment
Draw blood and label appropriately per office protocols
Oversee routing labs/immunizations/testing
Chart short description of each visit for Provider or MA visit.
Perform phlebotomy
Obtain vitals including height, weight, BP, pain level, pulse, and respiratory rate.
Obtain labs as ordered – properly label samples with the first initial, last name and birthdate as confirmed with patient.
Collect samples including urine, throat swab and rectal swab as ordered.
Properly log patient information into EKG and perform EKG successfully.
Any other task needed to be done by the Medical Assistant.
Help patients apply for insurance and medical assistance for our patient population
Maintain the Central Outreach Mobile units
Schedule maintenance
Clean and organize the inside.
Properly stock the mobile unit with supplies
Wash the outside as necessary.
Maintain the schedule of the mobile units for outreach events
Ensure the mobile unit is staffed and where it needs to be for outreach events.
Schedule outreach events with bars, events, etc.
Develop a process for requesting the mobile unit for outreach events
Track patients tested and volunteers for outreach events
Need to make sure each patient is comfortable with their care.
Need to be culturally competent while working, including being gender sensitive and pronoun aware.
Develop relationships to ensure patients are comfortable with their medical care.
Always maintain HIPAA compliance.
Be able to work with a team of medical assistants, clinicians, and administrative staff.
Make sure to understand the employee handbook and follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the handbook.
Always maintain a professional and non-judgmental attitude.