Outreach Registered Nurse (Columbus)

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus Testing Location - Columbus, OH 42304Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearDescription: 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.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Outreach Coordinator:



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

RN Duties:


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.

Medical Case Manager Duties:


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

Additional Items


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.


QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:




 



Active Ohio Registered Nursing License


CPR certification



 

 

 

Requirements



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 t