RN Clinical Surgical Reviewer-SMH

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

This job assumes responsibility for managing all facets of the Society for Thoracic Surgeons (STS) database which is a nationally validated, risk-adjusted, outcomes-based program to measure and improve the quality of surgical care; and assumes chief responsibility to collect and submit reliable data to the STS. This is accomplished through high quality data compilation, documentation and entry into the STS database of all eligible surgeries in the hospital. Works closely with Departments to identify opportunities for clinical quality improvement and other special projects as may be identified.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
 

Education 

Required - Associate's degree in Nursing

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience

Required - 5 years Perioperative experience including one year experience in hospital surgery department, surgery clinic, clinical research or medical records.

Certifications

Required - Current RN License in the state of practice

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be 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.

Job Duties

• 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.

Other related duties as required.  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

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.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, i