Patient Support Nurse

About the Role

The Patient Support Nurse is a blended role to: facilitate a successful patient journey to and while on therapy by providing care coordination, education, and psychosocial support; provide medication and disease state education; and provide clinical feedback to enhance the clinical portion of patient support programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide education and support to patients, caregivers and health care providers regarding assigned therapeutic areas and maintain accurate record of activity per program setup
• Establish relationships, develop trust, and maintain rapport with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers in a 100% telephonic setting
• Counsel and educate new/existing patients on the use of products, dosing and administration, use of devices, drug insurance coverage/reimbursement challenges in a telephonic, or virtual setting
• Evaluate and contribute to development of program resources
• Coordinate and utilize resources to share and secure financial options for those with financial need
• Follow program guidelines and escalate complex cases according to program policy and procedures
• Receive and make calls to patients and/or caregivers regarding assigned disease states, products, and patient needs to include discussions regarding insurance coverage and available financial support options for the particular therapy
• Accurately maintain, constantly update, and successfully navigate patient account records in a digital CRM (Customer Relationship Management System)
• Support health care provider offices regarding questions, concerns, or challenges with prescription
• Report and document adverse events and product/safety complaints as per program SOPs
• Participate in program specific customer meetings and training sessions
• Participate in program specific orientation meetings and demonstrate clinical and program competency on written, evaluated tests
• Serve as an advocate to patients and health care providers regarding insurance coverage, medical billing, reimbursement process, and general access for complex pharmaceuticals
• Participate in a shared on-call, after hours nurse service that spans multiple programs
• Utilize Valeris' values as the driving force behind the team's success
• On time adherence to training deadlines for all corporate policies and procedures
• Ensure all SOPs are followed with consistency
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned

Qualifications

• AD or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN, RN) with a valid nursing license in one or more states
• Four or more years of nursing experience; prior telephonic experience a plus
• Two or more years of nephrology experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical insurance terminology and reimbursement/insurance, healthcare billing, physician office, health insurance processing or related reimbursement experience a plus
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing - may be asked to submit a written test sample
• Proficient with Microsoft products
• Experience and comfort with a digital CRM required
• Attention to detail and committed to following through in communication with patients and providers
• Empathetic listening skills in order to interact effectively with patients and providers
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task and pivot with ease
• Strong customer service experience and skills
• Must be eligible to obtain licensure in all 50 states

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Prefer candidates who can type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy
• Although very minimal, flexibility to travel as needed is preferred
• This job operates in a professional office environment
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
• Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
• Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
• Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
• Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
• A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
• Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
• A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact