Complex Epilepsy Neurology Nurse

About the role

The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Triage Nurse to join the Complex Epilepsy team. This role involves delivering professional nursing care to patients in clinic, by phone, or patient portal.

Responsibilities

• Performs management with patients' caregiver(s), chart review, care coordination, triage, and problem management.
• Discusses patient and family concerns in clinic, over the phone, and/or via the electronic health record.
• Provides patient/family education surrounding common neurological conditions.
• Communicates adjustments in treatment plan to families.
• Develops and participates in educating patients and their families about care programs.
• Communicates lab & other test results to families.
• Provides medication refills.
• Aids providers and staff with patient-related paperwork such as letters of medical necessity, DMV forms, school care plans, and preauthorization.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
• Works closely with triage MA team to provide high quality, efficient care to patients and their families.
• Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
• Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
• Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precautions, and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
• Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Qualifications

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah.
• Some positions may require additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP within one year of hire.