What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Infusion/Procedure Nurse position at Fall River Health Services?
Outpatient Procedures & Wound Care Nurse
Fall River Health Services is looking for an Outpatient Procedures and Wound Care Nurse. Located in Hot Springs, SD.
Schedule: Flexible schedule Monday-Friday, no weekends nights or Holiday!
This position works closely with providers and pharmacy to coordinate and deliver outpatient infusions, wound care, and other hospital-based outpatient procedures. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to collaborate effectively across departments to ensure quality care and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and schedule outpatient procedures in collaboration with providers and pharmacy.
- Assist providers with outpatient procedures and treatments.
- Manage scheduling, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and pre-registration requirements for outpatient appointments.
- Work closely with prior-authorization specialists to ensure appropriate insurance coverage before procedures are performed.
- Prepare patients for appointments by obtaining documentation, entering orders, and processing charges.
- Audit outpatient charges for accuracy and completeness.
- Communicate with providers regarding treatments, patient conditions, and outcomes as needed.
- Administer infusions and treatments according to established policies and procedures.
- Organize and coordinate wound care services for both inpatient and outpatient populations.
- Review potential swing bed admissions requiring wound care services.
- Track and report outpatient procedure room volume data.
- Coordinate supply ordering with purchasing as needed.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical record documentation while ensuring HIPAA compliance and patient privacy.
- Serve as the outpatient department super user for the electronic health record system.
- Assist inpatient and Emergency Department nursing staff during high-volume or emergencies.
- Participate in the development and review of department policies and procedures.
- Educate staff regarding outpatient department workflows, policies, and procedures.
- Serve as Chair of the Skin and Nutrition Committee.
- Follow all safety, infection control, and regulatory policies.
- Current unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of South Dakota
- Wound Care Certification preferred. Candidates with 1-2 years of wound care experience may be considered but must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
- Basic Life Support Certificate-American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate-American Heart Association-within 6 months of hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate-American Health Association- within 6 months of hire
- Trauma Nursing Core Course-Completed within 6 months of hire
Fall River Health Services (FRHS) is a comprehensive healthcare system, which services Fall River County and the surrounding areas in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are comprised of a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, 24-hour Emergency Department, Seven Sisters Living Center (LTC), in-house Rural Health Clinic plus ancillary services. We provide for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the individual, family, and significant others. We are committed to our patients, residents, employees and our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees. Compensation is based upon your experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,149 - $83,196