RN- Ambulatory Practice Coordinator
Ochsner Health, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Education
Required: Associate's degree in Nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Work Experience
Required: 5 years experience with RN license or three years of experience with BSN including one year supervisory or leadership experience.
Certifications
Required: Current RN License in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Preferred: Certification in a clinical area. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong organizational skills.
Good time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
Collaborates with operational and clinical leaders to ensure safe patient care by using evidence-based best practices.
Assists with staff orientation programs, assessing appropriate competencies and credentialing for new hires specific to individuals’ scope of practice and staff onboarding.
Helps promote unit compliance with Ochsner Clinical policies and procedures and regulatory standards.
Assists in planning and identifying areas for quality improvement initiatives.
Provides input as necessary for annual performance evaluations and performance improvement plans.
Assists in monitoring of interior physical plant to ensure cleanliness and fulfillment of OSHA mandates and infection control by collaborating with infection control department.
Work with Operational Managers or Directors to help promote front-line accountability across the department for all employees.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Required: Associate's degree in Nursing.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Work Experience
Required: 5 years experience with RN license or three years of experience with BSN including one year supervisory or leadership experience.
Certifications
Required: Current RN License in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Preferred: Certification in a clinical area. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Strong organizational skills.
Good time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
Collaborates with operational and clinical leaders to ensure safe patient care by using evidence-based best practices.
Assists with staff orientation programs, assessing appropriate competencies and credentialing for new hires specific to individuals’ scope of practice and staff onboarding.
Helps promote unit compliance with Ochsner Clinical policies and procedures and regulatory standards.
Assists in planning and identifying areas for quality improvement initiatives.
Provides input as necessary for annual performance evaluations and performance improvement plans.
Assists in monitoring of interior physical plant to ensure cleanliness and fulfillment of OSHA mandates and infection control by collaborating with infection control department.
Work with Operational Managers or Directors to help promote front-line accountability across the department for all employees.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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