Specialist in Poison Information, North Carolina Poison Control, Atrium Health FT Airport Center

About the role

A health care professional who provides poison information to consumers and health care providers. Assumes responsibility for obtaining the history of exposure, assessing the severity of toxicity through judgment and interpretation of toxicology.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes clinical and communication skills to obtain a history of the exposure, including all aspects of patient condition, agent(s) involved, circumstances, etc., in a timely manner consistent with the severity of the exposure.
• Provides poison information on patients of all ages, including infants, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly.
• Utilizes information resources appropriately to accurately assess each exposure case. This includes use of computerized data bases, textbooks, primary medical literature, consultants, and previous knowledge and experience.
• Formulates an appropriate plan of care (patient disposition) by interpreting and integrating available information.
• Implements the plan of care based on established guidelines, case specifics, patient care priorities, health care facility resources, and professional judgment in a timely manner.
• Communicates patient information and treatment recommendations as necessary to appropriate health care facilities/providers.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of assessment & recommendations documented on the case record by adhering to established follow-up procedures.
• Provides non-toxicological drug and medical information to callers within the scope of education and experience as time permits.
• Provides initial crisis intervention to callers with other medical or drag problems, or suicidal intentions, with referral to appropriate community agencies.
• Refers non-medical callers to appropriate agencies in a professional and friendly manner.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, ACPE accredited pharmacy school, or medical school required.
• Registered nurse, registered pharmacist, physician's assistant or physician (MD or DO) required.
• Two years clinical experience preferred; applicable state license to practice required.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.
• Obtain certification as a Certified Specialist in Poison Information administered by the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) within three examination periods and recertify as required by the AAPCC and applicable state Poison Control required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and keyboard skills preferred.
• Prefer 2 or more years of FT emergency or critical care experience, familiarity with medical record systems and moderate to rapid typing skills.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of toxicology and pharmacology.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Education Assistance Program

Schedule

3P-1A, every other weekend.

Pay

$38.20 - $57.30