Infusion Nurse; PRN

Description

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Job Title:

Infusion Nurse (RN) (PRN)

Department:
Clinical

Reports To:

Practice Administrator & IMA Physicians

Work Hours:

(PRN) M-F - Between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm

Job Summary:

Responsible for providing professional nursing care, as it directly relates to infusions, for patients including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care evaluation by following established standards and practices. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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 practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
• Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. 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.
• Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. Tracks quality assurance data and monitors for acute and chronic care management.
• Maintains/reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Responds to/refers to incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
• Maintains patient confidentiality & follows all HIPAA guidelines.
• Covers on floor if necessary – to assist rooming patients and assume Medical Assistant job duties during moments of critical short staffing.
• Practice cost containment when using supplies.
• Submit all paperwork and/or documentation in a timely fashion.
• Clean and restock infusion room/exam rooms.
• Order infusion supplies
• Ensure all products kept and used have not expired and replace them when necessary.
• Act as a resource to other medical support staff when appropriate.
• Maintain licensure, certification, and other educational requirements as well as maintaining proficiency in technical skills and professional capabilities.
• Attend department and staff meetings; contribute suggestions/recommendations.
• Participate in OSHA Health and Safety Program. Failure to comply with the requirements of OSHA Safety Program would be addressed as any disciplinary action problem as discussed in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Assist with coordinating any office seasonal shots alongside other RN’s at IMA.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance as specified in the dress code policy.
• All other duties as requested.

• Mix medications for infusion based on prescribed standards set forth.
• Start and monitor IV medication with Remicade, Biologic, & all other Infusion patients.
• Assist the Billing Department with pre-authorizing infusions with the patient’s insurance company, during moments of short staffing in the Billing Department.
• Schedule infusion appointments in the electronic EHR system.
• Prioritize workload to optimize patient care within a reasonable time frame and notify the supervisor of any inability to carry out specific duties.
• Frequently evaluate the quality assurance of patient care.