UnityPoint-St Luke's

Full Time Days

8am-4:30pm

Under supervision of the Pharmacist, the Medication Reconciliation Specialist is responsible for obtaining a current and accurate home medication record on newly admitted inpatients through information obtained from the patient, family, home pharmacy, physician office, or other facility as required. Inputting correct home medication information, dose, frequency, time of last dose, home pharmacy, and detailed allergy information into Epic. Historians will complete at least 14 histories per shift, and will also complete reconciliation for patients requested by the Hospitalist Service.

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Analysis & Patient Relations

• Obtain names of newly admitted patients going to 4th or 5th floor via ER Track Board and/or Nursing Bed Manager, and upon request by Nursing/Hospitalists. 
• Interview newly admitted patient or patient’s family to obtain the most accurate and current list of home medications the patient is taking. It is critical that the Historians create a positive and safe environment to gather best med information.
• Contact patient’s family, nursing facility (MAG or MAR obtainment), home pharmacy, and/or physician office for medication clarifications as necessary.
• Input best and most accurate obtained home medication list into EPIC.
• Obtain and input into Epic information on what primary home pharmacy they utilize and any secondary pharmacies they may use.
• Obtain and input into Epic a detailed description of drug allergies and what reaction occurred due to that allergy (i.e. allergy = morphine which causes reaction = shortness of breath).
• Obtain current Pneumococcal and Flu vaccines and communicate with staff if deficient with immunizations. Also any herbal and over the counter medications routinely taken.
• Display competent computer skills in EPIC and great interviewing abilities with and probing tactics to get the most accurate medication information from the patient and family.
• Be willing to assist with audits and analyze data to promote quality care in the nursing departments aligning with medication reconciliation, pain management documentation, and all medications signed off in Omni and EPIC.

• Education:  High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience:  2 Years of related work experience or education to replace work experience.
• License/Certifications:  Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification required.  Registration with State of Iowa Board of Pharmacy required.
• Knowledge/Skills/Certifications: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Typing and computer skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. High attention to security/safety.
• Able to create sense of comfort dealing with people so complete, accurate information can be obtained. Organized and a self-starter.
• Other:  Ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written) with people of diverse professional, educational & lifestyle backgrounds.  The environment may cause high stress levels due to constant interruptions, high volume urgency of issues, and interactions with a wide variety of professionals and personalities.  Must be understanding and patient.  Ability to work under time constraints.  Must be able to work independently and assume responsibility for timely completing of assigned functions.  Ability to understand and deal effectively with problems and opportunities.  Exercises sound judgement, seeking advice when appropriate.