Ambulatory Bone Marrow Transplant Infusion & Treatment Unit
Loyola University Health System

Job Info

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Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
12 Hour Day Shift

Description:
Utilizes current nursing practices to provide integrated patient care while focusing on the specific, specialized
needs of the patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. As a
contributing member of a health care team, functions in the role of patient advocate by being in the position of initial
contact for patient-related issues.
Patient Assessment - Functions in the role of patient advocate by being in the
position of initial contact for patient-related issues. Demonstrates integrated,
service oriented care that is age/development specific to the target population.
Clarifies and implements physician orders by administering medications and
performing/ordering treatments and testing as prescribed by the physician . Recognizes symptoms and establishes priorities consistent with
patient's condition . Documents patient's physical and emotional
status in order to address patient needs appropriately

Patient Care - Reviews and evaluates plan of care, obtains information from
patient and/or family, and adds to plan of care as appropriate . Collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote efficient
patient care. Provides for the physical, cultural and
psychosocial needs of the patient and family. Integrates evidence-based practice
and professional standards whenever possible. Serves as a champion for patient
safety by continually observing and monitoring the clinical environment and
assuring that safety goals and standards are considered when providing care in
the practice setting.

Professional Practice & Communication - Maintains a specialized skill and
knowledge base to provide care which focuses on a specific need of the patient.
The specific skill set is inherent to the position and responsibility cannot be
delegated or otherwise transferred or relinquished to another healthcare provider
without the same skill set. Assures collaboration in practice and within the
specialty practice division or department by utilizing required, specialized skill and
knowledge. Performs required documentation and communicates in a competent
and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needs and regulatory
requirements. Protects confidentiality of patient's Personal Health Information.

Work Flow - Assists with the daily oversight of other clinical staff (other nurse and
non-nurse staff members) when directed by the manager to maximize work flow in
the practice. Provides feedback to the manager when requested regarding
work-related skills of non-licensed personnel. Serves as a mentor and preceptor for
new staff and as a constant resource to non-licensed or non-nurse personnel.
Remains flexible with work assignments throughout the clinical site to assure
appropriate coverage to meet staffing and patient care needs.

Quality Improvement - Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote quality
and cost outcomes. Participates in site-specific and division quality projects and
initiatives. Serves as a clinical expert by reporting patient related issues and
concerns directly to the manager and medical director. Assumes an active role in maintaining site preparedness and compliance with guidelines and standards as defined by regulatory agencies (ie. The Joint Commission, Illinois Department of Public Health)

Billing & Facility Charges - Assures accuracy of patient charges and directs
patients appropriately with billing-related issues or pre-certification needs.

Triage - Handles nurse-directed telephone calls from patients and seeks
appropriate input and direction from the physician or functions from signed
protocols if applicable.

Professional Development Activity - Demonstrates accountability for professional
growth and job performance.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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