Position Title

Poison Control Specialist (RN)

Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:The Poison Control Specialist manages and triages poison cases/exposures. Assesses the severity of the exposure, identifies the toxic substances and calculate the amount ingested and relates it to the toxic level of the identified substance.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Manages and triages poison cases/exposures. Assesses the severity of the exposure, identifies the toxic substances, and calculates the amount ingested and relates it to the toxic level of the identified substance.Determines the appropriate treatment and recommends specific treatment at home or medical treatment in an emergency department or other health care facility.Uses a courteous and professional customer-focused approach while interacting directly or on the telephone with customers.Directs customers with potential problems to the supervisor or administrator as appropriate.Provides poison and drug information to health professionals and the general public.Completes all appropriate documentation for each exposure case. Completes all required verbal or written follow-up in response to poison center calls.Serve as a preceptor for students and residentsMust be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

High School GraduateAssociate Degree NursingPervious critical care experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Emergency room patient care experienceExperience with Toxic Exposure Surveillance System (TESS)1 or more years critical care nursing work experiencePoison Center Experience

Required Licensure and Certification

Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of NursingBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)Certified Specialist in Poison Information - American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) after hire in accordance to the Poison Center Policy

Knowledge Requirements

Excellent communication both verbal and writtenComputer skillsWindows and Word processing

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Job Requisition ID:R-41413

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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