Infusion Nurse Manger- Chicago, IL - Travel Required

Infusion Nurse Manger

• Chicago, IL
• Travel Required The Specialty Alliance
• 2.4 Gurnee, IL Job Details Full-time $105,000
• $130,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Crisis intervention Nursing policy compliance Nursing department supervision RN License Phone communication BLS Certification Regulatory compliance IV infusion State healthcare regulations Nursing procedure compliance RN experience Team management Basic life support Quality control Healthcare team management Phone triage Patient emergency assistance Training delivery Full Job Description GI Alliance is seeking an experienced Manager, Infusion Nurse.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Position Requirement:

This position is based in the Chicago, IL area and requires up to 75% travel across local and nationwide clinic-based locations.

• APPLICANT MUST RESIDE IN GREATER CHICAGO AREA

• Position purpose Responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care and evaluation by following established professional standards and practices.

Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians. Provides support to management to achieve department goals and objectives and serves as support to nurses within assigned area.

Responsibilities/Duties/ Functions/Tasks :

Assists with recruiting, onboarding and training new nurses. Travel to GI Alliance infusion sites as required for staffing, training, education and assessment of sites and nurses Ensures infusion centers within their assigned division meets quality and compliance measures Ensures adequate nursing resources at each location/ division. Travel as needed for on-site training and new infusion center implementations Provides direction and leadership to ensure nursing care delivery is in accordance with company policy and procedures, ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation entities and works collaboratively across teams and functions to ensure an optimal and standardized patient experience. Assures that all patient-related documentation, and clinical and departmental reports, are accurately completed, submitted and/or filed in a timely manner, according to internal and external regulatory requirements and in support of the billing process. Corresponds with leadership team on employee/HR issues, departmental issues and any service issues. Be available for physician office infusion nursing coverage when required Travel between locations as needed Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality. Obtains and documents health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition. Provides patient care based on nursing practice guidelines, company policies, INS standards of practice and federal/state laws and regulations. Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns. Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Maintains accurate inventory of all medications. Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Maintains patient confidentiality.

Responsible for administering all medications:

PO, IV, SC, IM

as prescribed. Coordinate and execute treatment plans for patients Schedule follow-up appointments Will collaborate with GIA Research department as required Other duties as directed or assigned. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Nursing Degree from an accredited institution required, BSN preferred. RN license in good standing required. Current

BLS. PALS

within 3 months of hire. CRNI preferred. .

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant nursing experience. Minimum two (2) years of infusion experience. Minimum one (2) year as a nurse leader or equivalent leadership experience.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, INS standards of nursing practice and GIA policies and procedures. Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Skill and knowledge in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care. Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination. Skill in verbal and written communication. Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response calmly and effectively. Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone. Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence. Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices and make referrals to other providers and resources. Ability to read and interpret physicians' orders and notes from other providers. Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to be flexible and work in a variety of work environments. Assist with training, onboarding and assist management as needed.