Nurse (RN) Specialist - Poison Control Call Center - ...

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 FunctionsManages 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 pletes 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 ExperienceHigh School GraduateAssociate Degree NursingPervious critical care experiencePreferred Education and ExperienceEmergency room patient care experienceExperience with Toxic Exposure Surveillance System (TESS)1 or more years critical care nursing work experiencePoison Center ExperienceRequired Licensure and CertificationLicensed 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 PolicyKnowledge RequirementsExcellent communication both verbal and writtenComputer skillsWindows and Word processingTime Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-46548

Created: 2025-12-12