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Infusion Nurse
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$89,193 / year median in Maine
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary:
The person in this position is responsible for the provision of direct patient care to home infusion therapy patients in conjunction with physician orders. Establishes, implements, and revises, as needed, a plan of treatment that meets each patient's specific needs and follows Joint Commission, federal and state regulations, reimbursement guidelines and NELC policies and procedures.Primary Responsibilities:
Accurately performs initial and ongoing patient assessments of home infusion therapy patients. Provides comprehensive initial and ongoing patient and caregiver education relating to the prescribed home infusion therapy. Demonstrates competency in the aseptic administration and monitoring of all therapy types provided by NELC. Effectively communicates changes in patient status to appropriate members of infusion and reimbursement teams verbally and in writing (progress notes, e-mail, etc.) in a timely manner. Comprehensively documents all patient assessments and communication with patients, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team in each patient's record. Inserts, maintains / troubleshoots, and discontinues (as appropriate) all types of infusion access according to NELC policies and procedures. Maintains and demonstrates competency in the use and troubleshooting of infusion equipment and supplies. Participates in case conferences as needed. Participation in On Call rotation for Nursing department. Qualifications & Skills That Contribute to Success Bachelor's or Associates Degree in Nursing or diploma with equivalent experience. Minimum of two (2) years acute care experience. Previous home health nursing experience preferred. Previous Home Infusion Therapy experience preferred. R.N. license in good standing in the state(s) where providing care / services Current BLS Certification. Valid driver's license. Excellent driving record. Knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations preferred. Knowledge of the Joint Commission accreditation process and overall JC standards preferred. Excellent patient assessment skills required. Working / practical knowledge of home infusion therapy administration / equipment use preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with all customers and members of the healthcare team verbally and in writing. Good interpersonal skills required. Good organizational skills required. Ability to work independently as well as being a part of a team. Working / practical knowledge of microcomputer systems including patient documentation systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Dependability in attendance and job performance required. EOE Per Diem Shifts Available! You can choose your hours!Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance