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This job assumes responsibility for managing all facets of the Society for Thoracic Surgeons (STS) database which is a nationally validated, risk-adjusted, outcomes-based program to measure and improve the quality of surgical care; and assumes chief responsibility to collect and submit reliable data to the STS.
This is accomplished through high quality data compilation, documentation and entry into the STS database of all eligible surgeries in the hospital.
Works closely with Departments to identify opportunities for clinical quality improvement and other special projects as may be identified.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.
It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.
Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.Education Required - Associate's degree in NursingPreferred - Bachelor's degree in NursingWork ExperienceRequired - 5 years Perioperative experience including one year experience in hospital surgery department, surgery clinic, clinical research or medical records.CertificationsRequired - Current RN License in the state of practiceKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.Skills to articulate questions to receive an appropriate level of support from superiors and peers.Quality improvement or patient safety knowledge and experience.Job DutiesIdentifies surgical patients for inclusion in the Program through the application of Program inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocols.Collects preoperative, operative, and postoperative data components for the Program through the effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems.Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the program's database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol.Serves as an educational resource on the STS for internal and external audiences by developing educational material and delivering presentations.Exhibits responsibility for professional development and maintaining required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.Establishes effective working relationships with members of the hospital community, especially staff in the Specialty Clinics, Medicine, Nursing, Medical Records, and Information Systems Departments whose support is necessary for the management and success of the Program.Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.Other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.
They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
(Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.
Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.
Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g.
more than 8 hours a day).Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases.
There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.
The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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