QEC Pre Procedure Screening Nurse (Part-Time, Remote Position)

Physicians East pa; Greenville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Physicians East, P.A. is seeking a QEC Pre Procedure Screening Nurse for a part-time remote position in Greenville, NC.

The role reviews patient charts and conducts pre-procedure screening to verify eligibility for procedures in the ASC, identify potential clinical concerns, and coordinate with care teams to ensure patients are prepared. The ideal candidate is a Licensed Practice Nurse or Registered Nurse with critical care or endoscopy experience, able to work up to 25 hours per week, Monday

Qualifications

• Licensed Practice Nurse or Registered Nurse with critical care or endoscopy experience.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to deal with stress and maintain composure.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts prior to scheduling to determine appropriateness for procedures.
• Identify medical conditions, medications, or factors that may require additional review or clearance before scheduling.
• Obtain and review outside medical records, test results, or clearance documentation when needed.
• Identify patients who may need to be referred to or evaluated at an alternative level of care.
• Complete pre-admission calls with patients to obtain and verify medical history, medications, allergies, prior anesthesia history, and other pertinent information.

Skills

Licensed Practice Nurse

Registered Nurse

Critical thinking

Stress management

Visual/hearing abilities

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

QEC Pre Procedure Screening Nurse (Part-Time, Remote Position)

Clinical Services Greenville, NC, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2385

Job Title: QEC Pre Procedure Screening Nurse

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About us

Physicians East, P.A.is a team of skilled healthcare professionals united to meet the challenge of delivering quality, cost-efficient, comprehensive healthcare to the people of Eastern North Carolina.

Location & commitments

Part-time REMOTE role, Monday-Friday (up to 25 hours/weekly)

Supervision Received: Reports to Clinical Supervisor and Operations Manager

Supervision Exercised: None

Typical Physical Demands: Requires prolonged standing or sitting. Requires frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, and other office equipment.

Typical Working Conditions:

HIPPA compliant home office or workspace

About the role

The employee will be responsible for reviewing patient charts and completing pre-procedure screening to ensure patients meet the established criteria for procedures in the ASC. This role identifies potential clinical concerns, verifies pertinent information, and coordinates with the appropriate people to ensure patients are appropriately evaluated and prepared. The nurse also ensures patients understand and follow all pre-procedure instructions, so they arrive properly prepared for their procedure.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts prior to scheduling to determine appropriateness for procedures.
• Identify medical conditions, medications, or other factors that may require additional review or clearance before scheduling.
• Obtain and review outside medical records, test results, or clearance documentation when needed.
• Identify patients who may need to be referred to or evaluated at an alternative level of care.
• Once scheduled, complete pre-admission phone calls with patients to obtain and verify medical history, medications, allergies, previous surgical/anesthesia history, and other pertinent information hasn’t changed since original approval. Educate patients regarding pre-procedure instructions and preparation requirements. (includes: prep instructions, transportation requirements, driver expectations, center location, etc.)
• Accurately document all chart reviews, patient assessments, pre call communications, and recommendations in the electronic medical record system.
• Communicate identified concerns to physicians and other appropriate staff for further evaluation.
• Maintain knowledge of procedures performed within the center, pre-admission requirements, anesthesia guidelines, and center specific policies.

Candidate requirements

• Licensed Practice Nurse or Registered Nurse with critical care or endoscopy experience
• Critical thinking skills
• Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication
• Ability to deal effectively with stress

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Physicians East, P.A. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity, which includes status as a transgender individual), national origin or ancestry, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information (including family medical history), physical or mental disability, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation will be made for people with disabilities during the application process and/or at the time of employment. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources Department as early as possible in the application/employment process. Contact HR Office at 252-413-6368 or email [e-mail]

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.