Job Description

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Location: Center for Advanced Medicine Outpatient Clinic

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.

• Working Hours: 40+ Hrs, Monday-Friday, 7:45AM-4:30PM
• Work-Life Balance: No weekends, holidays, nights, or on-call duties

Job Description

• 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 west county staff adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Leads, and assists with, other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• 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).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Related Medical (1 Year)

Skills:

Active Listening, Adaptability, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Emergency Situations, Epic EHR, Family Support, General Nursing, Handling Crisis Situations, Medication Administration, Nursing Practice, Oral Communications, Patient Charting, Patient Education, Prioritization, Team Collaboration, Vital Signs

Grade

S25

Salary Range

$56,200.00 - $96,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• 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.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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.