Job description
Join the Heartland Team!
Our nurses at HCRM are highly valued members of the team, working closely with our physicians to provide personal and compassionate care to our fertility patients. HCRM staff partners with patients to help them through their fertility journey.
JJOB SUMMARY
Performs and directs patient care services with embryo donation and intended parents. Performs nursing assessment and prepares patients for care encounter. Performs education activities according to Facility policy and as ordered by the physician. Documents explanation of treatment instructions to patient and significant other or guardian.
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Director of Third Party Reproduction
Supervises: None
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of accredited school of nursing required
Positive and effective communication skills essential
Knowledge of approved procedures related to fertility
Ability to work as a team and autonomously
MENTAL DEMANDS
Require frequent and constant judgment and response, occasionally in response to disasters or emergencies, actual events or drills. Require language skills adequate for high-level interpersonal and written communication in American English. Ability to communicate through different means and be competent in effective communication in complex situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Require high-level visual and auditory acuity for timely response and patient care assessment activities. Ability to move quickly in response to physician and patient needs, to stand for long periods, occasional overhead and low reaching, and ability to exert force up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 20 lbs. frequently and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE
Category I exposure to bloodborne pathogens; frequent exposure to chemical hazards; may encounter radiation hazards.
Specific Third Party Role and Duties
1. Assess and review donor applications for appropriate candidates
2. Request medical records and review for program
3. Schedule donor for screening and FDA paperwork
4. Monitor and review lab results for candidacy
5. Work with donor on scheduling donor cycle when matched
6. Work with Third Party team for continuity of care and process
7. Give education on donor schedule and process, including medication education and administration
8. Document in EIvf and send consents as appropriate for care
9. Provide supportive care during cycle process
10. Communicate in a timely manner to patient questions and concerns
11. Organize and update all donor folders in compliance with FDA guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND OBJECTIVES
1. Supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Organization.
1.1. Supports, and performs according to, approved policies and procedures.
1.2. Participates as a team member in support of the total healthcare process.
1.3. Considers patient rights in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
2. Contributes to the progress and development of the approved Quality Management Program.
2.1. Supports risk management and participates in programs directed to patient and staff safety.
2.2. Contributes to the quality management process; identifies role and contributions upon request.
2.3. Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care.
2.4. Supports efforts to achieve full staff development and to identify staffing patterns and problems.
3. Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers.
3.1. Interactions are respectful and courteous.
3.2. Communicates effectively and professionally using a translator when necessary.
3.3. Documents that information received from the patient is disseminated to the appropriate people or departments.
3.4. Communicates pertinent information from the physician, support staff, and other significant parties to the patient.
3.5. Demonstrates behavior that fosters a positive work environment.
4. Maintains and promotes professional competence through continuing education and other learning experiences.
4.1. Participates in committees, conferences, and quality management activities.
4.2. Researches and submits pertinent articles for review at staff meetings.
4.3. Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities.
4.4. Objectively evaluates suggestions or criticisms and attempts to improve performance or seeks further guidance, as needed.
4.5. Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations.
4.6. Attends and actively participates in meetings, committees, inservices, workshops, seminars, and conferences according to job responsibilities and Facility requirements.
5. Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities.
5.1. Reports observed or suspected violations, hazards, and noncompliance according to Facility policy.
5.2. Observes safety measures in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
5.3. Responds to emergency situations with competence and composure.
6. Interacts appropriately with various age groups.
6.1. Accurately assesses and interprets age-specific patient data.
6.2. Accurately interprets age-specific patient responses to questions and instructions.
6.3. Involves the patient's family/significant other in decision-making about the patient's care.
6.4. Provides care appropriate to the patient's age group.
6.5. Accurately applies knowledge of growth and development.
6.6. Considers age-specific patient requirements when responding to emergency situations.
7. Develops and implements approved patient and other education programs for HCRM.
7.1. Provides preoperative instruction and explanation of patient rights and responsibilities.
7.2. Describes the treatment prescribed and the participation of the significant other to the patient using approved materials.
7.3. Develops and maintains current materials for teaching and consent procedures.
7.4. Develops teaching programs as requested for use in surgical or medical management, safety, health awareness, and enhancement of patient care.
7.5. Implements approved teaching programs as requested.
8. Monitors patient education and counseling programs to assess quality and to identify areas for improvement.
8.1. Evaluates the outcome of teaching and counseling programs as they pertain to patient's overall satisfaction with the treatment experience.
8.2. Participates in committees, conferences and the quality improvement program.
8.3. Offers assistance to the clinical/surgical staff in problem solving as needed.
9. Performs/directs patient care services.
9.1. Performs admission(initial) interview (with donors, IPs, GCs, etc), assessment, and accurately documents.(all information)
9.2. Review patient records for providers on(regarding) appropriate candidates.
9.3. Triages patient telephone calls (and emails) utilizing knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice.
9.4. Ensures patients are appropriately prepared for care encounter by obtaining medical records and other pertinent information.
9.5. Ensure patient and IPs are communicated with and aware of plan
9.6. Ensures appropriate consent forms are obtained.
9.7. Schedules and provides patient instruction(s) for tests, treatments and procedures
9.8. Communicate with billing office and refer patient for payment options and information
9.9. Competent in medication administration education
9.10. Competent in medication sign in/ out for donors
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: From $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Clinic
Schedule:
Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS CertificationRN (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Ability to Commute:
- Omaha, NE 68138 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Omaha, NE 68138: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
