Registered Practical Nurse Infusion Services

Registered Practical Nurse Infusion Services  Casual, Hamilton, ON, CA
Praesentia Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Casual Infusion Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our Hamilton clinic. The successful candidate will work independently to safely administer intravenous iron therapy and support new infusion programs as the organization continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities   Independently administer intravenous iron therapy and other infusion therapies in accordance with physician orders
Prepare and administer infusions, including pre-medications and PRN medications for infusion-related reactions
Initiate and manage IV access with a high degree of proficiency
Monitor patients throughout the infusion treatment, including flow rates, vital signs, and overall patient condition
Have the knowledge, skill and judgment to independently manage infusion related reactions
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring a safe and supportive clinic environment
Deliver patient health education during infusion visits, including what to expect, potential side effects, symptom reporting, and discharge instructions
Assist with the day-to-day operations of the infusion clinic, including monitoring supplies, expiry dates, collaborating with infusion coordinator and maintaining clinic readiness
Complete all documentation, scheduling, patient billing, and adverse event reporting using a dedicated electronic medical record (EMR) system
Adhere to Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) standards, infusion standards, and all policies and procedures of Praesentia Lifespan Bioscience Infusion Program
Participate in Life Span Bioscience Infusion Program training

Required Qualifications   Current Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Mentains a yearly CPR certificate
Holds current RPNAO membership with Professional Liability Protection
Previous experience in IV therapy, infusion services, emergency, or oncology nursing preferred
Strong IV initiation and patient assessment skills
Proficient computer skills with experience using EMR
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently while providing a high level of customer service
Demonstrated compassion and commitment to patient satisfaction

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