What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Surgical Optimization Specialist position at thedacare?
Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The RN Surgical Optimization Specialist is responsible for facilitating coordination, education and resources for surgical patients to ensure the highest quality of care with the best outcomes for the patient. Collaborates with multiple disciplines and resources to facilitate the coordination of pre-surgical assessments, interventions to optimize surgical outcomes and post-surgical activities. Job Description: Schedule: Minimum of (1) 6-hour shift per week (days are flexible) Start times vary from 6:45-8a Training would take place at our Appleton hospital and we would prefer 2 days per week while on orientation Key Accountabilities Triage phone calls with patient medical concerns by routing to a provider or recommending an office visit. Notify patients of provider recommendations from phone calls and test results. Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned and performs all functions of the RN. Collaborates with physicians to problem solve and improve patient care. Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risks to prevent patient crises. Review charts of patients prior to surgery to identify exclusion criteria to ensure the patient is appropriately scheduled at the correct surgical location. Review charts of patients to ensure all needed preoperative labs and testing has been ordered and completed per policy prior to surgery. Escalate potential contraindications to surgery to the anesthesiologist or surgeon to prevent same day cancellations and 30-day readmissions. Provide surgery specific education to patients preoperatively. Follow patients throughout the preoperative period to ensure needed testing is on file and all specialty clearances have been received. Complete postoperative phone calls to assess for surgical complications, reinforce education and prevent 30-day readmissions. Assist in the development of a personalized patient-centered care plan, offer emotional support and direction to patients and their family. Provide care coordination while also providing emotional support and education and facilitate advanced care planning documentation. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or commitment to obtain within five years. Associate's Degree in Nursing accepted in lieu of BSN for those hired prior to 1/23/17. WI Registered Nurse license American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Physical Demands Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties Work Environment Normally works in climate controlled office environment Frequent sitting with movement throughout office space Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients Use of computers throughout work day Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrist and fingers Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30 Scheduled FTE: 0.75 Location: MOB - OSP Hospital - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Days About ThedaCare ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services.We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities. This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt “1”. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.