Refill Nurse

Highlands Oncology Group; Springdale (AR); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Highlands Oncology Group in Springdale, AR is seeking a Refill Nurse (LPN) to support the medication refill workflow and patient care.

You will manage refill requests, verify eligibility, and coordinate with physicians and pharmacies to ensure timely, accurate medication delivery while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Oncology experience required.
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer/data entry skills.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and professionalism.
• Team-focused with ability to work independently.

Responsabilités

• Receive and manage refill requests from multiple sources (eRx, fax, phone, walk-ins).
• Verify patient eligibility by reviewing last visit and upcoming appointments.
• Coordinate with Triage/Physician nurses regarding patient issues.
• Communicate with providers, patients, and pharmacies to ensure timely refills.
• Review and process refill requests per provider orders and guidelines.
• Document all communications in the EMR.
• Escalate issues to the appropriate provider as needed.
• Provide patient education on medication usage and refill procedures.
• Maintain HIPAA and clinical safety standards.

Connaissances

Oncology experience

Verbal communication

Data entry

Multitasking

Organization

Professionalism

Teamwork

Formation

LPN license (Arkansas)

Accredited nursing program graduate

CPR/BLS certification

Continuing education in nursing

Outils

EMR system

Description du poste

Job Details

• Location 3901 Parkway Circle, Suite 100, Springdale, AR, 72762, United States
• Job Category Nurse, LPN, Clinic
• Employee Type NonExempt - Full Time
• Manage Others No

Description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients facing cancer every day.

As a Refill Nurse, you'll play a vital role in ensuring patients receive the medications they need with accuracy, compassion, and timely support. Join a team dedicated to exceptional care and help provide peace of mind when it matters most.

Highlands Oncology began in 1996 with three physicians and a desire to change the face of oncology care in our community. Dr. Malcolm Hayward, Dr. Dan Bradford, and Dr. Thad Beck knew that patients do better at home, in the community where they live and work, and where their support system is already in place. In furthering that goal, Highlands has grown with the region from a single location 26 years ago, to 6 locations in Northwest and Northcentral Arkansas today employing more than 800 diverse team members.

As Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, so must the services and providers available in the region. Highlands Oncology is committed to remaining on the cutting edge to ensure our community has access to the very best cancer care. What we have is something quite unique right here in our own backyard with a caring multidisciplinary team focused on treating patients like family.

Job Summary:

• Manage medication-related phone calls and emails, coordinating communication between physicians, patients, and pharmacies.
• Support physician teams by handling medication refill requests and communicating directly with patients regarding their medication needs.

Job Duties / Responsibilities:

• Receive and manage refill requests from multiple sources including electronic prescriptions (e-Rx), fax, instant message, phone calls, or walk-ins.
• Verify patient eligibility for refills by reviewing the last office visit and upcoming appointments.
• Communication and coordination with Triage nurse or Physician nurse regarding issues or concerns patients might be experiencing
• Coordinate communication between providers, patients, and pharmacies to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery, maintaining relationships with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers
• Review and process medication refill requests in accordance with provider orders and clinical guidelines.
• Document all communications and actions taken in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Monitor for medication interactions, dosing concerns, or refill limitations and *escalate* issues to the appropriate provider.
• Provide patient education on medication usage, side effects, and refill procedures.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and clinical safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the clinical team and patient care.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Oncology experience necessary
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer/data entry skills.
• Ability to multitask
• Effectively sets priorities and goals and has strong organizational skills.
• High level of professionalism and responsiveness when interacting with internal and external professionals
• Able to work independently, as well as a team member.

Certifications/Licenses/Education/or Experience in a related field:

• Possess a valid and current nursing license (LPN) for the state of Arkansas.
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• CPR / BLS certification.
• Maintain continuing education as needed for a nursing position.

Physical Requirements:

• Light lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Sitting at a computer for long periods of time, occurs greater than 2/3's of working hours.
• Standing/Walking less than 1/3 of working hours.
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, gripping, neck rotation and Extension, and exposure to noise greater than 2/3's of working hours.
• Visual Acuity: Near with clarity at 20 inches or less and far with clarity at 20ft or more greater than 90% of working hours.
• Requires Keyboard and mouse usage for greater than 90% of working hours.
• May require occasional travel between clinic locations.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Due to the nature of our business and the use of radiation and hazardous chemicals, it is imperative that all employees foster a culture and environment of safety.
• Safety Sensitive: In accordance with the Arkansas code this position is designated as a safety sensitive position wherein the employee performing the job duties under the influence may constitute a threat to health or safety.

Summary

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