Diversion Specialist at University Hospitals

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medication Diversion Surveillance, Investigation Process, Drug Diversion Response Team, Medication Diversion Subcommittee, Continuous Improvement, Audit Processes, Omnicell/OCRA Reporting, Medication Management Systems, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, PHI Security, Compliance, Healthcare Ethics, Law Enforcement Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

A Brief Overview The Diversion Specialist will provide oversight and direction for the medication diversion surveillance program. The Diversion Specialist will oversee the investigation process of suspected medication diversion incidents, provide support for the Drug Diversion Response team and the Medication Diversion Subcommittee, as well as participate in continuous improvement, education and planning activities. What You Will Do Providing oversight and direction for the medication diversion surveillance program. • Establishes and maintains a comprehensive surveillance program to detect potential medication diversion. • Optimizes the use of reports and functionality of available technology to prevent and identify medication diversion. • Develops audit processes and conducts regularly scheduled audits to identify medication diversion in the various medication use processes. Overseeing the investigation process of suspected medication diversion incidents. • Oversees and performs a preliminary investigation of identified potential medication diversion (e.g. discrepancies, eyewitness reports, hot-line tips, etc.) in collaboration with the appropriate manager, within established timelines. • Oversees and completes the Drug Diversion Scorecard (DDS) as a component of the preliminary investigation, as appropriate. • Compiles and evaluates the findings from the preliminary investigation and DDS and determines if potential diversion exists. • Communicates with the Drug Diversion Response Team (DDiRT) if the preliminary investigation suggests potential medication diversion. Schedules a meeting of the DDiRT within established timeline. • Coordinates with the appropriate manager and Human Resources staff if immediate action must be taken (e.g. impaired employee) Providing support for the Drug Diversion Response Team and the Medication Diversion Subcommittee. • Presents the results from preliminary medication diversion investigations to the DDiRT. • Works collaboratively with DDiRT members in determining next steps after a preliminary investigation and coordinates these activities • Completes and maintains documentations of all investigational activities and actions. • Serves as a permanent member of the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Medication Diversion Subcommittee and provides administrative support as assigned Participating in continuous improvement, education and planning activities. • Identifies opportunities for continued improvement in detecting and preventing medication diversion and discusses these with applicable leaders. • Provides leadership and actively participates in multidisciplinary educational activities regarding medication diversion. • Assures the departmental and institutional policies related to medication diversion are accurate and current • Participates in departmental planning activities, as assigned. Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education (BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required) Master's Degree MBA, MHA or MSN from an accredited program (Preferred) Work Experience 3+ years experience as Registered Nurse (Required) Proficient in Omnicell/OCRA reporting (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Thorough understanding of Medication management systems and technologies (e.g., automated dispensing devices, medication carts, repackaging systems) (Required proficiency) Excellent analytical and communications/ interpersonal skills necessary. (Required proficiency) Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. (Required proficiency) Must present in a professional, collected manner. (Required proficiency) The ability to work independently. (Required proficiency) Collaboratively work with Human Resources, Compliance and Leadership. (Required proficiency) Must possess strong drive, exceptional motivation and follow through. (Required proficiency) Committed to healthcare ethics and confidentiality. (Required proficiency) Ability to work with local, state & federal law enforcement organizations during criminal investigations, as well as with state licensing agencies and national accrediting organizations. (Required proficiency) Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Information technology skills. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%25

Responsibilities

The Diversion Specialist provides oversight and direction for the medication diversion surveillance program, establishing comprehensive surveillance and optimizing technology to detect potential diversion. This role also oversees the investigation process for suspected incidents and supports the Drug Diversion Response Team and Medication Diversion Subcommittee.