McKesson

JR0058679 Tele-Health Nurse (Open)

McKesson$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of registered nursing experience, with 1+ year in acute inpatient care preferred
  • Current unrestricted multistate compact Registered Nurse license
  • Knowledge of oncology guidelines preferred
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to work with remote teams and flexible in work demands

Responsibilities

  • Educate and counsel patients on specialty drug therapies and disease management
  • Ensure compliance with accrediting regulations and documentation standards
  • Discuss side effects and facilitate adherence to ongoing therapies
  • Identify and report adverse events and product complaints
  • Conduct specialty drug and shipping verifications
  • Collaborate with pharmacy departments for patient care
  • Implement ideas for cost-effective service delivery

Benefits

  • Work remotely with flexibility as per supervisor’s direction
  • Opportunity to collaborate within a diverse pharmacy team
  • Continuous professional development and educational support
Full Job Description
Job Title: Tele-Health Registered Nurse 3, Specialty Pharmacy

Reports to: Registered Nurse Supervisor

{Clinical Pharmacy Supervisor in the absence of Registered Nurse Supervisor}

Position Description

The Tele-Health RN is considered a clinical care educator and an important role in our specialty pharmacy team. The RN is passionate and is committed to provide a high level of patient care and counseling patients enrolled in the Medication Therapy Program. The RN shall possess great communication skills, problem solving skills, and must be self-motivated. This person is driven to help team members to achieve the mission of providing high level of care to patients. The RN position is key within the Specialty Pharmacy. This position will support pharmaceutical care activities including interacting with patients and/or caregivers by completing manufacture checklist for specific drugs, patient assessments, patient follow up assessment calls for adverse events and work closely with the clinical team supervisors to ensure overall performance of any program, ensuring the team meets and/or exceeds program Service Level Agreements (SLA). This position will work collaboratively with other departments to ensure patient care and ensure business rules are adhered to.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

-Counsel and educate new/existing patients/caregivers on specialty drug therapies, including education

support on disease specific processes, treatment options, management of side effects, self-care

measures, community resources and end of life or palliative care issues.

-Adherence to contracted and accrediting regulations as indicated by drug specification.

-Complete, thoroughly and accurately, documentation utilizing good documentation practice and

compliance to industry standards and regulations.

-Discuss potential/current side effects with patients to educate about treatment alternatives and facilitate

ongoing therapy adherence.

-Identify and report adverse events (AEs) and product complaints (PCs) to the manufacturer, FDA, and/or

other governing authorities.

-Specialty drug verification and shipping verification for prescription medication.

-Works in cooperation with all other pharmacy departments to ensure patient care.

-Works to prioritize and multi-task to ensure daily activities are completed in a timely manner

-Ability to work independently and demonstrate leadership in the practice of nursing and medication

therapy management.

-Ability recognize physical and psychological aspects of care using telephonic assessment skills.

-Promote patient adherence to the prescribed regimen and assist with control and treatment of side effects

caused from dispensed medications.

-Work with supervisory staff to continually develop and implement ideas for delivering high quality, cost

effective services.

-All other responsibilities as assigned by the clinical supervisors.

-Maintain computer compliance training provided by employer or their affiliates.

Minimum Requirements:

-5 or more years of registered experience with at least 1 year of acute inpatient care preferred

Critical Skills:

-Attention to detail

-Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities in a changing environment.

-Understanding of Key Performance Indictors and Metrics

-Effective communication skills; both written and oral.

-Ability to obtain licensing in all states and United States territories serviced within 3 months of

employment through Biologics supported programming (minimal application guidelines apply);

-Computer skills, including e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based programs.

-Effective orally and in writing communication, experience with motivational interviewing preferably.

-Ability to read, analyze and interpret practice standards, professional journals, technical procedures and

government standards and regulations.

-Working with remote teams.

-Ability to receive constructive criticism.

-Remote office experiences.

Additional Knowledge & Skills

-Ability to resolves a wide range of multi-system issues within company and regulatory guidelines.

-Oncology guidelines and standards knowledge preferred

Education:

-Diploma, Associates, Bachelor, or higher degree in Nursing.

Licensure/Certifications:

-Registered Nurse with current unrestricted multistate compact license.

-Must hold a Multi-State nursing license (NLC)

Physical Requirements:

-General office demands.

-Sedentary with no lifting greater than 10 pounds.

-Remote environment - per company/supervisor's discretion and direction, subject to recall to office.

-Flexibility of work demands with location and travel back and forth if Work from Home is an option

-Must reside within 1.5 hours of office location

Career Level - IC - Professional- P3

Qualifications

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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