Job Overview:
As a registered nurse in allergy and immunology, this dedicated professional efficiently manages daily clinic operations while directly contributing to patient care. Key responsibilities include overseeing smooth clinic workflows, rooming patients, administering various injections such as allergy immunotherapy, biologics and vaccines, conducting various tests like skin/drug/venom testing and spirometry, as well as facilitating drug desensitization or challenges. They are responsible for preparing weekly patient charts, anticipating specialized testing needs and ensuring adequate supplies to support efficient clinic functioning.
:Center for Advanced Medicine- South County; 5201 Midamerica Plaza, Ste. 2300, St. Louis, MO 63129
- Working Hours: 40+ Hrs, Monday-Friday, 7:45AM-4:30PM (assigned days during the week to close the clinic)
- Work-Life Balance: No weekends, holidays, nights, or on-call duties
- Convenient Location: Located right off I-55 and Butler Hill
- Stress-Free Parking: Parking located in the front of the building, no cost to the employee
Essential Functions:
- Oversees the day-to-day operations of the clinic, working to ensure operations are smooth and efficient.
- Actively works in the clinic to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Performs duties including, but are not limited to: rooming patients, administering injections (allergy immunotherapy, biologics, and vaccines), applying skin/drug/venom testing, facilitating drug desensitization or drug challenges, applying patch testing, performing spirometry, administering nebulizer treatments, turning over/cleaning rooms, scheduling injections, etc.
- Performs and/or oversees weekly chart preparation in anticipation of specialized testing, patient volumes, etc. in order to ensure smooth and efficient operations (i.e. know how many drug tests are on the schedule and that testing supplies are available).
- Serves as the first point of contact for site-related patient issues and complaints. Works to resolve issues and/or escalates issues as necessary.
- Manages clinic inventories to ensure adequate supplies are on hand, develops par levels as appropriate, routinely checks expiration dates, and adheres to any other regulatory guidance on supplies (i.e. drug samples, biologic inventory, clinic and allergy specific medical supplies, office supplies, immunotherapy vials, etc.).
- Collaborates with Mixing Supervisor to ensure allergy testing boards and intradermal skin testing trays are maintained and changed every 3 months.
- Delegates and provides oversight of medication refills and prior authorizations, including but not limited to injectable biologics and retail pharmacy medications.
- Assists with clinical nurse coordinator duties when necessary to ensure smooth operations; returning patient communications, refilling prescriptions, etc.
- Assigns and coordinates work activities and duties of staff, orienting/training new staff, and routinely advises administration of work conditions and any performance issues.
- Coordinates patient services with physicians and staff to provide quality care in an effective and timely manner.
- Develops, implements, and ensures south county staff adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Leads, and assists with, other projects and initiatives as assigned.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois depending on location in accordance with Compact Act.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Joining our team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment where your skills will be valued and further developed.
Benefits
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- St. Louis, MO 63129 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63129: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person