What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infusion Nurse position at ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC?
Recently named on of Arizona’s Top Workplaces, Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C. is the largest private Rheumatology practice in the United States. The practice has over 60 providers, 15 sites and over 300 employees providing assessment and treatments for rheumatological, podiatric, and electromyography patients. Our providers work together to keep patients healthy, and are recognized for excellence in medicine and for being pioneers in new treatments, ably supported by our Research department.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
Our vision is to provide the best Rheumatology care, anywhere and, to balance sustainable operation with the highest possible level of patient care.
We are a seeking an ambitious, friendly, positive, and compassionate Infusion RN to join our Infusion Team at our team.
The Infusion Registered Nurse is the clinical assistant to the providers. The Infusion RN will work alongside the Infusion MA and providers in the Infusion suites to assist AARA’s Infusion patients. The role of an Infusion Registered Nurse within AARA is to work closely with the Infusion MA greeting patients, taking vitals and weight, answering patient questions, and preparing them to be seen by the Physician, APC, and Infusion RN for their IV infusion.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greet patients and sign in Infusion patients according to established protocols
- Assist Infusion patients to make sure they have the questions answered about the medication they are receiving.
- Answer incoming calls and deal with inquiries
- Schedule / Reschedule Infusion patient appointments, if necessary
- Assist with charting and recording infusion vitals/administration/IV’s/medications
- Perform verbal pre-infusion questionnaire with patient
- Obtain vitals on patient prior to beginning infusion, during infusion and at discontinuation
- Draw labs, if needed
- Administer injections or IV as requested
- Assist with removal/discontinuation of IV
- Maintain sterile environment at all times
- Maintain drug inventory & medical supply stock
- Maintain schedules and que medication to make sure drug inventory is correct
- Obtain external medical reports as required by medical professionals
- Respond and comply to requests for information
- Ensure Infusion clinical suite area is well maintained, neat and clean
- Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality
- Other duties as assigned by management
Learn more about AARA on our website at http://azarthritis.com
Requirements:Knowledge, Skill, Training and Experience to do the Job
Essential
- An RN degree from an accredited school
- IV experience in the last 2 years
- RN experience in the last 2 years
- A high-level dedication to excellent patient care, office teamwork, detail and accuracy are required
- Must have good oral and written communication skills, good computer skills, be flexible and dependable, and be able to multitask in a fast-paced medical office environment
- Rheumatology or Oncology experience a plus
- Ability to build rapport with patients
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
