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*Description*

Purpose: Serves as a liaison between the hospital, community and medical staff. Meets with patients to

provide clinical counseling regarding bloodless care. Population served based on scope of services in the

department.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Maintains relevant policies and procedures, patient education, outcomes data collection, quality

improvement efforts and education of relevant staff in the various aspects of the bloodless

medicine for all patient population with a focus on patient safety.

2. Supports the development of written protocols and education of nurses detailing the rapid

communication and basic response to critical vital signs that is specifically required to minimize

delays in the diagnosis and treatment of serious adverse events. Serves as the clinical liaison

between the facility and providers to ensure that all identified patients receive the required

information as it relates to care.

3. Responsible for the timely submission of outcomes data to the quality department and other

Committees as needed.

4. Works closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes throughout

the continuum of care for the bloodless medicine patients.

5. Works with senior leadership to design communication strategies and relationship building to

support the strategic plans and revenue goals.

6. Coordinates routine inpatient rounding with patients, family members, providers, inpatient

staff, nursing leadership, case management and physical therapy to educate on the blood

management program.

7. Contacts patients and family members pre, during and after discharge to ensure satisfaction

regarding their hospitalization. Conducts patient call back surveys within 72 hours of discharge.

8. Participates in survey readiness initiatives.

9. Participates and leads meetings including, Bloodless Care/Patient Blood Management

Committee, QPIC and Service Line Specific committees as directed by the medical director and

chief nursing officer.

10. Collaborates across the health system with bloodless medicine on system initiatives including

system meetings and dashboards.

11. Identifies and assesses needs of physicians and referral sources. Communicates and educates to

acquire new, or enhance existing, referral relationships

12. Perform gap analysis and identify opportunity areas of local physician groups. Presents findings

and improvement programs.

13. Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).

14. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

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15. Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

• Three (3) years of progressive nursing experience in an acute care setting.

• Minimum of one (1) year in a leadership role.

• Minimum of Six (6) months of Clinical chart review and abstraction experience.

• PREFER: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• PREFER: Six (6) months experience with bloodless medicine patient population.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.

• Strong presentation skills.

License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:

• Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) License

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.

Environmental Factors:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.

Potential environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

• Bio-hazardous Waste

• Blood Borne Pathogens. Job may require performance or tasks that involve potential for

exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

• Chemicals/Commercial Products

• Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required

• Exposure to Latex

• Fumes or Airborne Particles

• Interacting with a Diverse population

• May be requested to work overtime or weekends for coverage

• Noise Level – Varies from Moderate to Very Loud

• Patient Care/Handling Duties

• Radiation

• Repetitive Motion

• Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

• Risk of Electrical Shock

• Shift Work

• Vibration

Company: Putnam Hospital Center

Org Unit: 1435

Department: Bloodless Medicine

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $33.66 - $67.05 Hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.