Scheduling Nurse-LPN

Summary

Responsible for facilitating access to Medical Center services. Secures medical necessity / diagnosis and patient demographic and financial information from physicians, physician staff, health care facilities, patients and patient representatives. Collects and analyzes pertinent clinical data as related to the procedure(s) scheduled, intervening to prevent problems that could result in adverse patient outcomes or delated / cancelled procedures. Contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and / or resourcing of others.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

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• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

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4. Educates patient / patient representative on preparation and understanding of procedures.

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6. Provides recommendations and education to physician office staff commensurate with scope of practice in scheduling of procedures.

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9. Screens / determines appropriateness of level of care and admission status; notifies appropriate departments based on assessment of patient needs.

10. Documents pre-certification / authorization / referral information when applicable.

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12. Keeps Patient Service Center and Scheduling Manager informed of issues related to procedures including but not limited to : necessary questionnaire revisions, updates related to departmental requests and need for new or revised procedures build.

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14. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

15. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

16. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Licensed Practical Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Minimum of three (3) years medical / surgical experience to include extensive experience of hospital / health operations and general background in all areas of nursing practice required.