RN Poison Information Specialist (Bilingual)

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Umcelpaso is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a poison information resource for the public and healthcare professionals via a 24-hour hotline. You will use toxicology guidelines to independently make diagnostic decisions and treatment recommendations and document outcomes, with follow-up calls as needed.

The position requires a BSN, active Texas RN license, and SPI certification within four years.

Qualifications

• Three years of RN experience in a hospital-based acute care setting (ER/ICU).
• Current and active RN license in Texas.
• SPI certification required within four years after eligibility is met, up to four years from start date.

Responsibilities

• Serve as emergency poison information resource for the public and healthcare professionals via 24-hour hotline.
• Independently make diagnostic decisions and recommendations on patient management and treatment using guidelines and reference materials.

Skills

Toxicology knowledge

Poison treatment guidance

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Work under pressure

Software literacy

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional judgment

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

Hospital software

Job description

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Rotating - Varies

Job Summary
Serves as an emergency resource on poisoning, drug, environmental, and medical information for the general public and healthcare professionals by answering calls received through the department’s 24-hour hotline(s). Utilizing existing guidelines, references, and foundational training in toxicology in addition to their professional experience, independently makes diagnostic decisions and recommendations regarding patient management and treatment. Completes necessary follow-up calls, documents their interactions and patient outcomes. Formally and informally educates healthcare professionals and the general public about poison prevention and treatment through their interactions.

Skills
1. Ability to understand all phases of toxicology and poison center activities.
2. Ability to assess, evaluate and provide treatment recommendations in poisoning situations.
3. Ability to evaluate unusual occurrences and effectively communicate appropriate information.
4. Ability to utilize effective oral and written communication skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure in a potentially stressful environment.
6. Ability to work with various software programs.
7. Ability to apply effective organizational skills.
8. Ability to multi-task and work independently.
9. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Work Experience
Three years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital-based acute care environment working a in critical care or emergency nursing units is required. Previous Poison Center experience is preferred.

Licensure/Registration/Certification
Current and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas is required.
Certified Specialist in Poison Information (SPI) by the America’s Poison Centers is required to be obtained within three attempts once minimum exam eligibility requirements are met, not to exceed four years from date of being in the position.

Education and Training
Bachelor degree in Nursing is required.

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