Endo Pre-Call Nurse, RN

United Digestive; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Digestive in Atlanta, GA is seeking an RN-Endoscopy Pre-Call Nurse to manage pre-op preparation and ensure patients complete all clearances two weeks before procedures. You will verify pre-op requirements and financial responsibilities, and collaborate with endoscopy facilities to fill slots when patients cancel.

You will review Health History & Physicals, coordinate with anesthesia, import documents into ProVation, and help maintain accurate patient charts.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing is required; a Bachelor's in Nursing is preferred.
• Current State RN license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in the last 5 years; 2–3 years clinical experience preferred.
• Experience with clinical and business systems: EPIC, ProVation, EClinicalWorks, PowerBI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contact each patient two weeks before the procedure to confirm prep instructions.
• Verify BMI and coordinate visit or procedure with staff; reschedule as needed.
• Review History & Physicals and external tests to determine anesthesia suitability.
• Coordinate with anesthesia to ensure appropriate care for the patient.
• Prepare patient chart and import H&P into ProVation; import clearances into ProVation.
• Review schedules and coordinate with location leadership to fill all slots.

Skills

RN Experience

Clinical Coordination

Effective Communication

Customer Service

Independent Working

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

EPIC

ProVation

EClinicalWorks

PowerBI

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: United Digestive’s (UD) RN-Endoscopy Pre-Call Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the management of ensuring all endo patients are well prepped, have received and adhered to pre-op directions two weeks prior to procedure. Verify all patients have met all pre-op clearances as well as financial responsibilities. Collaboration with the appropriate endo/facility to ensure any vacant slot(s) are filled if patient reschedules or cancels to achievement optimal patient care and endo utilization.REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Patient Service CenterRESPONSIBILITIES:From ECW, two weeks prior to patient’s procedure, contact each patient to ensure prep instruction have been received and are understoodDuring patient contact validate BMI is in line with company acceptance level, coordinate office visit or hospital procedure with office staff and patientReschedule patients as necessaryReview, assess and critically analyze patient History & Physicals, external test and lab results to determine the appropriateness of the patient receiving anesthesia services in the Endoscopy Center.If they cannot be done at the Endoscopy Center, they are to be done in the hospitalCoordinate with anesthesia nurse to contact patient if there are any additional needs or information to ensure anesthesia is appropriate for the patientPrepare patient chart:Import H&P from ECW into the ProVationImport Cardiac and Medical Clearance into ProVationIf Clearance is needed make sure cardiac is listed in the reason field for procedure in eCWFor DAC patients import the “Direct Access Colon Questionnaire” into ProVation and make sure colonoscopy order has been entered into eCW, if order is missing enter one on behalf of the PhysicianReview providers endo schedules and coordinate to appropriate leaders of the respective location to ensure all slots are filledOptimizes talents, skills, and abilities to achieve excellence in meeting and exceeding provider’s expectationsPerform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the organizationREQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCEAssociates in Nursing required, Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred; Professional license with State of Practice; Minimum 2 years registered nursing experience in the last 5 years required and 2-3 years of clinical experience or related field in the past 5 years preferred. Preferred experience with clinical and business systems: EPIC, ProVation, EClinicalWorks, Microsoft Office, and PowerBI.ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:RN-Endoscopy Pre-Call Nurse must have or be able to:Ability to deal with patients, visitors, co-workers, and physicians with courtesy and respectDemonstrate caring, cooperative, professional, and respectful behaviorClear written and verbal communication skillsExcellent customer service and organizational skillsAbility to function independently and proactivelyPHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSRequires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; travel as business needs dictate.DRUG FREE WORKPLACEUnited Digestive is a drug free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre- employment drug screening.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERUnited Digestive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, or national origin in its employment practices.