Purpose of Position
Coordinates the Coumadin Clinic in an efficient manner. Collaborates with the provider and patient for coordination of anticoagulation management including; education, instruction and anticoagulation issues.

Description
Sign-on Bonus Eligible!
· 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.

Qualifications
· 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