RN Infusion Nurse - Pueblo Job Pueblo area,Colorado USA,Nursing

The RN is responsible for the comprehensive nursing management of patients receiving infusion and injection therapies. This includes direct care, assessment, coordination of services, clinical oversight of support staff, and adherence to state and federal standards within the RN scope of practice.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment & Infusion Care

Conducts comprehensive initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients’ clinical conditions.
Develops and revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with providers.
Administers and monitors IV therapies, biologics, and injectables per prescribed orders.
Identifies and manages adverse reactions, complications, or changes in patient statu s .
Performs routine and specialized laboratory tests accurately and efficiently.
Manages and maintains vascular access devices such as access ports and PICC lines, following strict protocols to ensure safe and effective uses.
Performs sterile dressing changes on peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines) following established infection control protocols to maintain site integrity and prevent complications.
Accurately completes and submits superbills, ensuring all relevant patient, procedure, and billing information is properly documented to facilitate timely insurance reimbursements.

Clinical Oversight & Delegation

Provides clinical guidance and task delegation to LPNs and assistive personnel in alignment with scope-of-practice regulations.
Serves as the central clinical resource for day-to-day operations in the clinic.
Supports a safe and professional environment by upholding nursing standards and promoting best practices.

Care Coordination & Documentation

Coordinates with providers, pharmacists, and staff to ensure efficient, patient-centered care.
Maintains accurate, timely clinical documentation in the EMR system.
Ensures continuity of care by communicating relevant patient updates to the healthcare team.
Educates the patient and family regarding healthcare-related needs and provides necessary teaching materials.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality

Complies with all nursing practice standards, state licensure rules, and internal policies.
Promotes infection control, medication safety, and emergency readiness.
Participates in quality improvement, audits, and staff training initiatives as needed.
Stays current with continuing education programs.
Represents organization in a positive and professional manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
Current RN license in good standing within state of practice.
Minimum 3 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in infusion, pre-operative or emergency department care.
Current BLS certification; ACLS preferred.
Proficiency with IV therapies, vascular access devices, and clinical assessment skills.
Experience with EMR documentation and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.).
Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
Ability to work independently and within team setting.
Ability travel to multiple locations as needed.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions in this job description:

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear.
The employee is required to use their hands to operate vehicles and office/medical equipment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

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