Job Description

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

•Start and maintain peripheral IV lines, and able to access implanted chest ports for infusion therapy, administer injectable medication.

•Ensure the consent is signed and patient understands risks and benefits of the transfusion.

•Maintain a current, accurate infusion and transfusion log, and patient tickler files, as appropriate.

•Ensure appropriate handling and accurate documentation of all medications ordered by the provider.

•Chart the assessments and interventions in patient's record.

•Maintain and record drug counts at beginning and end of day on a daily basis.

•Responsible for handling emergency adverse reactions during infusions.

•Must multi-task, monitor patient condition, notify appropriate personnel of any changes, and provide services requiring substantial, specialized nursing skill.

•Maintain proper clinical and billing records in compliance with the Practice protocols.

•Adhere to prescribing guidelines, office protocols.

•Continually update training and self-studies regarding administration of medication, patient assessment and counseling points specific to each medication.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

- Associate Degree, Diploma in Nursing, or BSN required.

-Current licensed Registered Nurse (RN).

•To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Medical Practice Software, Windows, and Microsoft Office.

•1-2 years' experience required.

•IV insertion a plus.

•Basic Life support (BLS).

•Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR).

•Must have excellent written and verbal customer service skills in order to interact with the patient, physician, pharmacist and other partners.

Salary Description


$34 - $36/hour

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