Infusion Nurse - Jonesboro - Per Diem

Job Description Summary

An Infusion Nurse I is a licensed registered nurse who provides basic direct patient care to patients in the home or an alternate infusion site to ensure patient safety and continuity of care under a physician’s plan of care. The role operates under close direct supervision of a designated supervisor.

• Initiates, develops, and implements basic nursing care plans, evaluates patient progress, administers treatments, and educates patients and caregivers.
• Assesses patient needs and physical status at each visit, re-evaluates status, and updates treatment plans based on physician orders.
• Provides effective teaching to patients and families to promote independence with therapy and care needs.
• Communicates effectively with the clinical team, medical providers, and patients to facilitate continuity of care; prepares real‑time documentation and submits to the nursing department.
• Coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries with patient instructions.
• Complies with agency operations, company policies, professional standards, and all applicable regulations.
• Maximizes work efficiency through use of computers and automation technologies.
• Responds promptly to patient requests and initiates emergency procedures when necessary.
• Acts with ethical and professional conduct, following established programs and policies.
• Observes legal and ethical guidelines for patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Explains Option Care’s scope of services and related financial obligations to patients.
• Completes required training, in‑services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure.
• Provides oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals and may act as supervisor in the absence of the supervisor or nurse manager.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences; provides precepting, training, and mentoring to other nurses.
• Participates in nursing department on‑call responsibilities.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

No.

• Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
• 0–2 years of healthcare‑related experience.
• Current CPR certification required.

• Demonstrated competency in patient care standards and infusion skill sets required for safe delivery of services.
• Required licensure to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice with access to a vehicle and proof of liability insurance.
• Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications with ability to apply nursing technology tools for communication and documentation.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, maximum 75 pounds; exertiate up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds frequently; tasks include walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, turning, pivoting, balancing, stooping, reaching overhead, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying.
• Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, hazardous substances, needles, sharps, fumes, chemicals, cold, heat, adverse weather, animals, secondhand smoke/vape, and unpredictable home environments.
• Safety requirements include closed‑toe shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves and a functioning device for communication.

• Willing to travel up to 100% of the time for business purposes.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience as an LPN, Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or other care‑providing role.

$34.95–$58.25 per hour, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• myFlex Pay
• Award/Recognition Programs

Option Care Health subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, making employment available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status according to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.