Advanced Practice Nurse, Hematology
- Hematology
- Chicago (Lincoln Park)
- Full time
- Days
This
position provides APN support to the Hematology consultation services. In this role, the APN works with the
attending physician and fellow to complete hematology consultations in a timely
manner. In addition, this APN
provides comprehensive health care services to all In-patients who have been
diagnosed with thrombosis, require prophylaxis or treatment with anticoagulation
therapy, and/or are receiving LMWH, Warfarin, Heparin, or other anticoagulants;
and manages those hematology patients receiving anticoagulation therapy on an
out-patient basis. Works in collaboration with the Medical Director of the
Anticoagulation Team to complete initial and follow-up consultations including
clinical status assessment, development of the plan of care for anticoagulation
therapy, communication & follow up with the referring service to facilitate
coordinated evaluation and management of anticoagulation therapy in relationship
to the patients primary disease and plan of treatment.
Job Duties Specific to Hematology Consult
and Anticoagulation Service APN
- Works with the hematology consult service to complete
consultations in a timely manner.
- Maintains and closes EMR encounters and sends follow
up letter to referring physician according to Ambulatory Service Standards.
- Screens and monitors appropriate labs and response to
therapy of all inpatients and hematology out-patients being treated on
anticoagulation therapy (e.g. LMWH, Warfarin, Subcut Heparin) and acts as
resource for medical and nursing staff in the comprehensive treatment of these
patients.
- Orders laboratory studies, interprets lab results
and modifies anticoagulation plan of care in the context of the
anticoagulation nurse practitioner guidelines.
- Documents according to CMH policies:
recommendations, education, plan of care
- Manages
and coordinates care for patients assessed in the hematology thrombophelia
clinic in conjunction with RN.
- Collaborates with pharmacists and dieticians in
providing care to an anticoagulation patient.
- Provides patient and family education regarding
diagnosis, anticoagulation therapy, side effects and plan of care
- Coordinates
discharge of In-patients on anticoagulation therapy in collaboration with
primary medical team and nursing staff.
o
Identifies
designated provider responsible for following levels and dose
adjustments.
o
In
collaboration with patient and family identifies appropriate lab drawing
facility.
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Identifies
appropriate patients for at home INR monitoring. Facilitate process of obtaining home
monitoring device.
o
Hands
off to the service who will manage the patient’s anticoagulation therapy on an
ongoing out-patient basis.
- In coordination with social worker supports patient
and families in dealing with psychosocial issues related to long term
anticoagulation therapy and chronic illness.
- Coordinates outreach and teaching to inpatient units
regarding anticoagulation therapy, obtaining lab work, research.
- Develops, reviews and revises educational tools for
patients, families and staff as required.
- Participates in updating policies and procedures with
regards to anticoagulation therapy within the CMH.
- Takes leading role in identifying needs for and
collaborating with other members of the anticoagulation team to continuously
improve processes related to this program and meet accreditation standards.
- Facilitates participation in clinical research and
Anticoagulation Program outcome measures.
- Uses good communication skills; speaks and writes
clearly and effectively.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
and has ability to work with diverse constituencies throughout the medical
center
- Possesses and demonstrates outstanding leadership
skills in order to be able to mentor and lead staff and mobilize and motivate
disparate groups around quality improvement.
- Demonstrates
the ability to work proactively and collaboratively with people at all levels
in the organization
FTE status: FT-80
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing
appropriate for certification as a Nurse Practitioner is required.
- New grad NP with pediatric or family practice focus
considered; interest in developing a field of expertise;
- 5+ years of previous Hem/Onc nursing experience
required, peds experience preferred.
- Licensure in the State of Illinois as an APN or
eligible for certification is required.
- Basic Life Support certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support
certification required.
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8a-5:30p (Flexible Hours)
REQUIRED: 5+ years of Hem/Onc RN experience required for this position; New grad NPs may
be considered with this background.