RN Clinical Surgical Reviewer-SMH Cancer Center

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Slidell, LA

36d • Onsite

About The Position

This job assumes responsibility for managing all facets of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) database, which is a nationally validated, risk-adjusted, outcomes-based program to measure and improve the quality of surgical care. The role assumes chief responsibility to collect and submit reliable data to the NSQIP through high-quality data compilation, documentation, and entry into the NSQIP database of all eligible surgeries in the hospital. The position works closely with Departments to identify opportunities for clinical quality improvement and other special projects as may be identified.

Requirements

• Current RN License in the state of practice
• 5 years Perioperative experience including one year experience in hospital surgery department, surgery clinic, clinical research or medical records.
• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Skills to articulate questions to receive an appropriate level of support from superiors and peers.
• Quality improvement or patient safety knowledge and experience.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. more than 8 hours a day).
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
• The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases.
• There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
• Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Nursing
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

• Identifies surgical patients for inclusion in the Program through the application of Program inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocols.
• Collects preoperative, operative, and postoperative data components for the Program through the effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the program’s database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol.
• Serves as an educational resource on the STS for internal and external audiences by developing educational material and delivering presentations.
• Exhibits responsibility for professional development and maintaining required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
• Establishes effective working relationships with members of the hospital community, especially staff in the Specialty Clinics, Medicine, Nursing, Medical Records, and Information Systems Departments whose support is necessary for the management and success of the Program.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.
• Complies with the Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Benefits

• Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
• The employer is 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree