1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment The registered nurse collects pertinent data

1. Professional Practice 1.1 The Pediatric Nurse Coordinator is the lead member of the health care team coordinating all aspects of patient care for the specific specialty. 2. Education 2.1 Provides patient and family education on appropriate medical condition, including signs, symptoms , treatment regimens, side effects, outcomes expected, and potential adverse reactions

1. Develops 2 D and 3 D external beam treatment plans for the approval of radiation oncologists either manually or utilizing a digital computer. Assists radiation oncologist in delineating target volume and potentially critical structures, using patient contours, radiographs, CT scans and other diagnostic studies including CT MRI registration based on age specific criteri

1. Under the direction of the RN, engages in selected tasks and activities as directed to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and reports deviations as identified to RN. 1.1 Obtains and records vital signs as ordered and or delegated by the RN 2. Under the direction of the RN, performs te

1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment The registered nurse collects pertinent data

1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment The registered nurse collects pertinent data

1. Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, engages in selected tasks and activities as directed to obtain and report information to assist the nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient needs, treatment and response to treatment. 1.1 Obtains and records vital signs as delegated by the RN 2. Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse, performs technical

1. Follows department procedures related to cleaning and operations to ensure a safe and clean environment in all areas. 1.1 Responsible for reporting to work on time, properly completing the time card, in uniform, and ready to work, as observed by supervisor. 2. Performs various trash removal duties to maintain cleanliness and appearance. 2.1 Insures that all trash bins

1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment The registered nurse collects pertinent data

1. Performs comprehensive clinical record reviews of start of care, resumptions of care, re certifications, and discharge for complete and accurate clinical documentation to ensure the OASIS and /or assessment accurately reflects the patients current health status 1.1 Completes reviews within designated time frames. 2. Educates on OASIS requirements, clinical documentatio

1. Under the supervision of the Clinical Education Administrator, obtains records from Epic, collates documents , and completes accurate clinical documentation to support diagnosis in accordance with regulations and guidelines. 2. Reviews charts for clinical documentation and abstracts patient data to support closing gaps in care according to HEDIS guidelines. 3. Submits

1. Patient Throughput Ensures all required information obtained from referring physicians and providers in clinical areas are provided to the third party payers to ensure reimbursement for services delivered within the outpatient setting. 1.1 Accurately schedules patient follow up physician appointments in the appropriate scheduling system using guidelines and requirement

1. Interviewing/Demographic Information Obtains and accurately records all patient demographic fields within the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for both clinical and financial use. Adheres to the Patient Identity/Red Flag procedures when preforming the arrival and interview processes. For additional patient identity security measures, obtains a digital photo im

1. Reviews medical records of hospitalized patients to identify the most appropriate principle diagnosis and to assign a working DRG. Performs initial reviews, concurrent reviews and retrospective reviews to ensure the DRG accurately reflects the principal diagnosis and all comorbid conditions after study. 1.1 Completes the initial review within 24 48 hours of admission.

1. Evaluation of the quality of performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated based on measurements or observations of the Nurse Manager, other Patient Care Team members, and self assessment. 1.1 Responds to emergency situations by obtaining supplies and equipment as needed. 2. Performs housekeeping tasks to ensure the sanitary conditions of all areas. 2.1 Corre