Home Infusion Registered Nurse - PRN

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Position Summary

The Home Infusion Registered Nurse - PRN is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Home Infusion Registered Nurse coordinates and administers intravenous (IV) treatment infusions for patients in the ambulatory infusion suite and home setting. S/he participates in teaching patients and caregivers home IV management and provides leadership by working cooperatively with the pharmacy team to establish priorities and goals of patient care.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients in need of IV treatment.
• Administers IV therapeutic treatments at the ambulatory infusion suite (AIS) and/or patient’s home.
• Determines appropriate venipuncture and/or catheter site.
• Observes patients' IV treatment and records observations in patient medical records.
• Provides information to patients and caregivers regarding intravenous treatment and procedures.
• Provides infusion and other skilled nursing care to patients.
• Completes patient assessment and reassessments and patient and caregiver teaching.
• Assists team in the development and revision of patient’s plan of care; implements physician orders.
• Monitors patient response, responds to emergency patient needs, and provides psychosocial support.
• Provides pre-discharge patient assessments when appropriate.
• Completes and submits all required patient care documentation and reports accurately.
• Follows infection control guidelines while working with hazardous materials (i.e., handling of cytotoxic agents, handling of blood, and body fluids).
• Assumes potential responsibility for occasional on-call phone triage after hours to address patient needs.
• Attends scheduled patient care conferences, all in-services, departmental meetings, etc., as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Continuing education necessary to maintain current licensure where required by state or professional organization.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in a clinical setting involving collaboration and management of patient care, patient assessment skills, and venous access skills required.
• Peripheral IV skills required.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• PICC/PORT training desired.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in state(s) of employment required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• INS/ONS certification desired.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Estimated salary range $27.90 - $42.23 / hour. Actual salary will vary by geographic location and experience.

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