Outpatient Infusion/Procedure Nurse

Outpatient Procedures & Wound Care Nurse

Fall River Health Services is looking for an Outpatient Procedures and Wound Care Nurse with at least 2 years wound care experience or certification. This position works closely with providers and pharmacy to coordinate and deliver outpatient infusions, wound care, and other hospital-based outpatient procedures. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to collaborate effectively across departments to ensure quality care and efficient operations.

Schedule: 72 Hours per pay period

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and schedule outpatient procedures in collaboration with providers and pharmacy.
• Assist providers with outpatient procedures and treatments.
• Manage scheduling, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and pre-registration requirements for outpatient appointments.
• Work closely with prior-authorization specialists to ensure appropriate insurance coverage before procedures are performed.
• Prepare patients for appointments by obtaining documentation, entering orders, and processing charges.
• Audit outpatient charges for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with providers regarding treatments, patient conditions, and outcomes as needed.
• Administer infusions and treatments according to established policies and procedures.
• Organize and coordinate wound care services for both inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Review potential swing bed admissions requiring wound care services.
• Track and report outpatient procedure room volume data.
• Coordinate supply ordering with purchasing as needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical record documentation while ensuring HIPAA compliance and patient privacy.
• Serve as the outpatient department super user for the electronic health record system.
• Assist inpatient and Emergency Department nursing staff during high-volume or emergencies.
• Participate in the development and review of department policies and procedures.
• Educate staff regarding outpatient department workflows, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as Chair of the Skin and Nutrition Committee.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and regulatory policies.

• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of South Dakota
• Wound Care Certification preferred. Candidates with 1-2 years of wound care experience may be considered but must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Basic Life Support Certificate-American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate-American Heart Association-within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate-American Health Association- within 6 months of hire
• Trauma Nursing Core Course-Completed within 6 months of hire