PRN Ambulatory Infusion Nurse

Responsible for providing comprehensive care in an ambulatory setting for patients with neurological conditions. Responsibilities include assessment of physical and psychosocial needs, patient education, and the administration of neurological infusion
therapies, immunotherapy, and blood products. The nurse evaluates the patient's response to interventions and implements
appropriate changes and also assist in symptom management, coordination of internal and external resources, triaging
unexpected patient visits and facilitating communication between all members of the health care team. These functions are
performed in collaboration with attending physicians and other clinical personnel in accordance with all applicable state and local
laws and regulations and MedStar Health's policies, procedures and standards.

Key Responsibilities 

•  Administers neurological therapies, immunotherapy, and blood products according to policy and procedure. Obtains
  blood samples from Central Venous Access devices according to policy and procedure. 
• Communicates patient’s clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format. Clearly and accurately
  documents pertinent information in the patient’s medical record. Consistently demonstrates effective documentation
  practices and develops strategies to ensure complete documentation of patient care. 
• Contributes to his/her own professional growth and development through attendance at national and/or regional
  conferences, reading and sharing current literature, and identifying knowledge or skill needs. 
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies,
  procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. 
• Coordinates the day to day operations of the Infusion Center to include management of clinical schedule and drug
  delivery with precertification coordinator and ordering of all supplies. 
• Evaluates the patient’s response to treatment and progress toward identified goals and revises plan of care as
  appropriate in cooperation with the attending physician. Monitors medical condition, intervenes using critical thinking,
  and reports patient changes to appropriate personnel. 
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families. Provides basic patient comfort
  measures during procedures. Identifies and acts upon opportunities to improve the environment of care. 
• Operates Infusion unit equipment, instruments, and supplies as well as standard office equipment including computers
  for records and reports. 
• Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams as appropriate. Participates in meetings, serves
  on committees and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate. 
• Provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes, based on assessment of physical, emotional, biophysical and
  spiritual needs. Analyzes the patients’ lab work, medications, and activities and confers with physicians on any changes. 
• Provides the patient and family/significant other with information (oral, written, or audio-visual) regarding diagnosis
  treatment, potential side effects, symptom management, and resources available within and outside MedStar Health.
  This may be face-to-face or via telephone. 
• Serves as resource in planning care for complex patients. Initiates and monitors discharge planning activities in
  collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Takes the lead in facilitating timely discharge. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
• Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
• Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.
• Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.

Qualifications

• 2 years RN experience with at least 1 year administering infusion treatments
• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.