What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Infusion Nurse - Erie County, NY position at BHC inc. DBA Care Navigators?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Home Infusion Nurse, where you will deliver specialized intravenous therapies and medication management directly to patients in their homes. This vital role combines clinical expertise with compassionate patient care, ensuring individuals receive safe, effective, and personalized treatment in a comfortable environment. As a Home Infusion Nurse, you will be empowered to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while working independently within a supportive team framework.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Administer IV infusions, medications, and therapies following strict aseptic techniques and healthcare protocols.
- Insert, access, and care for Peripheral IV lines, Mediports, Central Lines, and Sub-q Injections.
- Perform IV and/or subcutaneous medication administration as directed under physician orders.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history reviews.
- Prepare, execute, and update patient Plans of Care while documenting progress per protocol.
- Educate patients and caregivers on medication administration, infusion procedures, and safety measures.
- Monitor patient responses to treatments, identify adverse reactions or complications (e.g., acute pain, allergic responses), and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation within electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) in compliance with HIPAA and NCQA standards.
- Prepare clinical and progress notes in a timely fashion.
- Coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with physicians, case managers, specialty compounding pharmacies, and prescribing physicians.
- Perform laboratory specimen collection, catheter care, ostomy care, and assist with monitoring and ordering patient supplies.
- Recognize and respect the patient-caregiver relationship to ensure the emotional and physical comfort and safety of clients.
Location & Travel Requirements
- Majority Focus: IVIG and Biosimilar therapies.
- Service Area: Travel within the Buffalo and Western New York areas (covering Erie, Niagara, Cattaraugus, Wyoming, Genesee, and Chautauqua Counties).
- Office Location: Occasional visits to our office at 300 Scajaquada St., Buffalo, NY.
- Work Location: Hybrid remote / Field-based.
Candidate Requirements & Conditions
- Licensure & Certification:
- Active NY State Registered Nursing (RN) License (Required)
- Current BLS Certification (Required)
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation (Required)
- Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of IV infusion experience (Required)
- Experience inserting peripheral IV lines and/or accessing Mediports (Required)
- Experience in a home health agency setting (Preferred)
- Physical & Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, in English.
- Physical activities include walking, sitting, and stooping.
- Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity to perform patient assessments and clinical care.
- Ability to use technology and mobile apps efficiently.
Schedule & Employment Type
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem.
- Schedule Flexibility: Our nurses enjoy exceptional schedule flexibility with no minimum hour or weekend requirements. You can set your own hours and availability (whether working 40 hours a week, 10 hours a week, evenings/weekends only, or varying week-to-week).
- Employment Structure: Hired as 1099 independent contractors (with benefits available for nurses who work 40 hours weekly).
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: To be negotiated during the interview.
- Benefits (for full-time 40 hrs/week):
- Health insurance
About Us
Our mission is to provide excellent professional IV infusions to our clients so they can remain in their own homes and receive their drug therapies with ease. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a convenient setting while offering our nurses flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.
Our team is a hardworking and friendly group dedicated to client care. Our cohesive vision keeps morale high and our work successful. We are an open and inclusive employer actively seeking diverse perspectives and worldviews to make our agency even more effective.
Pay: $41.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Location:
- Chautauqua County, NY (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $41 - $45