Coumadin Clinic LPN
Company: Cape Cod Healthcare Inc.
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: August 3, 2022
Job Description:
- Coordinates Coumadin and Lovenox anticoagulation for new and
established clinic patients
- Gathers information from provider to obtain anticoagulation
needs, diagnosis, desirable range and length of treatment.
- Monitors and coordinates lab testing and dosage instructions
with the patient
- Obtains and enters lab orders in accordance with protocol
- Adjusts anticoagulation dose in accordance with the protocol or
as instructed by provider
- Provides teaching and reviews safety issues with patients and
care givers
- Documents in CoagClinic reason for anticoagulation, diagnosis,
desired range, laboratory data, dosage instructions, precautions,
and follow up laboratory testing
- Initiates home INR monitor testing with Alere, as instructed by
provider
- Processes prescription refills in accordance with refill policy
or as instructed by provider
- Notifies provider of any adverse reactions or when excessive
anticoagulation occurs
- Coordinates with other providers and patients when
anticoagulation needs to be temporarily suspended for
procedure
- Works with VNA, other Home Health Groups and independent
labs
- Sets up new home draws
- Coordinates bridge therapy with Lovenox as directed
- Tracks delinquent anticoagulation patients and coordinates
their follow-up requirements
- Performs other work related duties as assigned or
requested
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Currently licensed as an RN (X21A) or LPN (P015) in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers
required
- Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management skills
required
- Experience with current office technology, proficient with
computer office applications
- Prior work experience and excellent knowledge in
anticoagulation preferred
- Ability to multitask in a busy clinic setting including
excellent communication and phone skills
Keywords: Cape Cod Healthcare Inc., Plymouth , Coumadin Clinic LPN, Healthcare , Plymouth, Massachusetts
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