Preoperative Clinical Reviewer, RN (Ophthalmology / Ambulatory Surgery) - Remot

Job Title:Preoperative Clinical Review RNAbout the Client: A specialized outpatient surgical facility in Fairfax, Virginia, dedicated to providing high-quality ophthalmic surgical care. The center offers procedures including cataract surgery, corneal transplants, and glaucoma treatments in a patient-focused environment equipped with advanced medical technology and supported by an experienced team of healthcare professionals.Overview:Reviews preoperative History & Physicals (H&Ps) and related patient records using NVESC-approved criteria to identify missing, incomplete, inconsistent, abnormal, or clinically significant information requiring follow-up or escalation before the scheduled procedure.Reports to: Clinical DirectorDuties and responsibilities1. Philosophy- Supports the facility's mission, goals, and objectives.- Performs duties in accordance with facility policies, procedures, and approved H&P review criteria.- Follows ethical standards and maintains professional conduct.- Functions as a professional team member and communicates respectfully with NVESC staff and providers.- Respects patient rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.2. Communication- Communicates clearly, objectively, and professionally with the Clinical Director, charge nurse, anesthesia personnel, surgeons, and designated staff.- Reports unresolved documentation deficiencies and clinical concerns promptly through the approved workflow.- Asks for clarification when information is unclear rather than making assumptions.3. Safety / risk-management program- Follows facility safety, privacy, documentation, and clinical-review policies.- Recognizes findings that require escalation according to NVESC criteria.- Reports suspected documentation errors, safety concerns, or significant changes in patient condition to the appropriate licensed clinician.- Does not independently provide medical clearance, diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, change provider orders, or make final anesthesia/surgical decisions.4. Professional competence- Participates in orientation, competency validation, continuing education, and annual review.- Maintains current knowledge relevant to preoperative assessment, common medical conditions, medications, and ambulatory ophthalmic surgery.- Demonstrates consistent use of NVESC criteria and escalation pathways.- Accepts coaching and incorporates feedback into future reviews.5. Duties- Reviews H&Ps for completeness, date/timeliness, provider signature/authentication, and required elements.- Verifies patient identity, scheduled procedure, allergies, medications, medical history, and relevant documentation for consistency.- Reviews pertinent medical history for conditions or changes requiring additional information or escalation.- Reviews available laboratory results, diagnostic studies, cardiac testing, specialty clearances, and supporting documents when required.- Identifies missing, outdated, unsigned, incomplete, conflicting, or unclear documentation.- Identifies findings that meet established criteria for escalation to the Clinical Director, charge nurse, anesthesia provider, surgeon, or other designated clinician.- Documents findings clearly and objectively using the approved NVESC workflow.- Maintains an organized work queue and completes reviews within established turnaround expectations.- Re-reviews charts when additional documentation or corrected information is received.- Communicates unresolved chart deficiencies promptly and tracks follow-up to completion.- Uses only approved review criteria and escalates findings outside those criteria rather than independently resolving them.Responsibility for assets- Responsible for accurate handling of electronic patient records and review documentation.- Uses assigned technology, systems, and facility resources appropriately.- Protects confidential patient and facility information in accordance with NVESC policy.Qualifications- Cooperative, professional work attitude toward coworkers, management, physicians, and other clinical personnel.- Strong clinical judgment within the defined review role and ability to recognize when escalation is required.- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.- Ability to work independently while following standardized criteria and workflow.- Ability to organize priorities, solve routine documentation issues, and meet review deadlines.Requirements Required - Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license applicable to the work performed.- At least two years of clinical nursing experience preferred.- Working knowledge of common chronic medical conditions, medications, allergies, laboratory and diagnostic findings relevant to preoperative review.- Strong computer skills and familiarity with electronic medical records.- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow all NVESC Privacy and information security requirements.Preferred- Perioperative, ambulatory surgery, preoperative assessment, PACU, medical-surgical, utilization review, or clinical chart-review experience.- Ophthalmology or ambulatory surgery center experience.- Experience with SIS or a comparable electronic medical record.Job quality requirementsAccuracyExceptional attention to detailTimelinessOrganizationConsistent application of facility criteriaClear and objective documentationAppropriate escalation with minimal supervision after competency validationSchedule: Night ShiftSetup: RemoteWhy Join STAFFVIRTUAL? Competitive compensation and benefits package HMO Day 1 + FREE dependent coverage Allowances Attendance bonus Paid time offs Company-provided work setup (laptop, monitor, accessories) Training, career growth, and global exposure A collaborative and supportive team culture If you're a motivated, client-focused professional who's ready to grow with a company that values people and performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join our dynamic team at STAFFVIRTUAL!Originally posted on Himalayas