Coumadin Clinic Rn/Lpn

Coordinates the Coumadin Clinic in an efficient manner. Collaborates with the provider and patient for coordination of anticoagulation management including; education, instruction and anticoagulation issues.

Description:

Sign-on Bonus Eligible!

• Coordinates Coumadin and Lovenox anticoagulation for new and established clinic patients

• Gathers information from provider to obtain anticoagulation needs, diagnosis, desirable range and length of treatment.

• Monitors and coordinates lab testing and dosage instructions with the patient

• Obtains and enters lab orders in accordance with protocol

• Adjusts anticoagulation dose in accordance with the protocol or as instructed by provider

• Provides teaching and reviews safety issues with patients and care givers

• Documents in CoagClinic reason for anticoagulation, diagnosis, desired range, laboratory data, dosage instructions, precautions, and follow up laboratory testing

• Initiates home INR monitor testing with Alere, as instructed by provider

• Processes prescription refills in accordance with refill policy or as instructed by provider

• Notifies provider of any adverse reactions or when excessive anticoagulation occurs

• Coordinates with other providers and patients when anticoagulation needs to be temporarily suspended for procedure

• Works with VNA, other Home Health Groups and independent labs

• Sets up new home draws

• Coordinates bridge therapy with Lovenox as directed

• Tracks delinquent anticoagulation patients and coordinates their follow-up requirements

• Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:

• 
  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

• Currently licensed as an RN (X21A) or LPN (P015) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

• Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers required

• Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management skills required

• Experience with current office technology, proficient with computer office applications

• Prior work experience and excellent knowledge in anticoagulation preferred

• Ability to multitask in a busy clinic setting including excellent communication and phone skills