Medical Records Nurse; RN

Location: 600 East Garfield Street, Iola, KS 66749, United States

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• Keep all current medical files up‑dated and filed in an organized manner.
• Assemble charts for use upon admission of a new resident. Disassemble resident charts upon dismissal and follow up to ensure the record is complete and in proper order.
• Updating Nursing Chart Audit monthly using audit forms as well as computer audit.
• Perform daily spot checks of MAR’s and follow up with timely, accurate documentation on accidents/incidents, condition changes, etc.
• Maintain and organize the central supply room and the inventory control list for all items received or removed from central supply.
• Monitor Medicare certifications and recertifications for completion and timeliness of physician’s signature.
• Maintain an accurate listing of resident diagnoses and make corrections when necessary.
• Antibiotic Stewardship Duties:
  Implement or oversee the implementation of Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship. Proper documentation of order. Review clinical appropriateness of order. 48‑hour follow up.
• Create and present monthly antibiotic use reports to present during QAPI meetings with the Medical Director and Consultant Pharmacists.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current LPN or RN license for the state in which the facility is located.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and laws including state and federal regulations.
• Ability to perform basic clerical/office skills and file management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.