Rapid-Response Poison Center RN Specialist

West Virginia University; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking a qualified registered nurse to support the West Virginia Poison Center. The role involves answering emergency and information calls, triaging by severity, and formulating rapid poisoning management plans using patient history, laboratory data, and applicable calculations.

Core duties include documenting all poison exposures in the center's data system, performing follow-up calls, and contributing to poison prevention efforts.

Qualifications

• Associates, Bachelors, or master's degree in nursing.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a registered nurse in a hospital setting.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls on the emergency and information lines and triage by severity.
• Develop poisoning management plans using patient history, labs, and calculations.
• Maintain thorough documentation in the Poison Center's data system.
• Conduct follow-up calls per WV Poison Center guidelines and policies.
• Provide poison prevention information and assist with related activities.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Poison Center experience

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Associate/Bachelor's/Master's degree in nursing

Job description

West Virginia University is seeking a qualified registered nurse to support the West Virginia Poison Center. The role involves answering emergency and information calls, triaging by severity, and formulating rapid poisoning management plans using patient history, laboratory data, and applicable calculations.

Core duties include documenting all poison exposures in the center's data system, performing follow-up calls, and contributing to poison prevention efforts.