Infusion Nurse

Schedule & Location:

BioMatrix Specialty Infusion Pharmacy is seeking a Part-Time Per Diem Infusion Nurse to see patients in their homes in Walla Walla, WA. Work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Job Description:

A Registered Nurse for Home Infusion inserts, monitors and removes an IV used to give medications, blood products and nutrition to a patient. During the IV therapy, the nurse monitors the patient for adverse reactions and ensures that the tubing, bandages and needle stay in place. When a patient needs blood levels checked, an IV nurse performs a veinous phlebotomy. During the entire IV therapy process, the nurse obtains sets of vital signs, completes the physical assessment and review of systems, documents all patient-related activities and records the medications they use.

Provides and coordinates all aspects of staffing services to the patient with the assistance of the Company Directors, Nursing Coordinator and the Director of Nursing. Communicates with the patients to determine problems and/or solutions regarding their treatment. The Per Diem RN also conveys collected documentation from patient to all necessary internal and third-party external staff regarding scheduling and other pertinent patient information.

Performs a variety of duties both clinical and nursing notes documentation. This position requires skill in planning, organizing, scheduling and coordinating the delivery of patient care by all staff personnel including but not limited to complete documentation of nursing care and submission of nursing notes.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university required
• IV certification & experience in central line care and management required
• Current state RN license in location denoted in posting required
• Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience required
• Valid state driver’s license required
• CPR certification required
• Home care, critical care, emergency nursing, AIC or hospital discharge planning experience.  
• Incumbent should have some experience in staffing and should be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task as well as good communicative and interpersonal skills.
• Basic level skill in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).  
• Willing to travel to see patients in the homes, and in other health care facilities.
• Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers, including meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• RN license in other states preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates the basic knowledge and judgment to utilize the nursing process to schedule nursing visits in accordance with RX’s and established protocols.
• Coordinates SOC and ongoing nursing visits and confirms scheduled visits with both patient and Nursing Agency/RN.
• Assures schedule is sent out via email to team members.
• Responsible for following up on and entering Therapy Admin reports and emailing to team involved.
• Reviews all nurses notes for content and accuracy and completion without omitting necessary information such as drugs given, drug dosing and time of administration.
• Continual communication with families, supervisors and field personnel, agencies regarding problems and/or special needs of both the patient.
• Responsible to communicate all problems and reportable situations to the referring MD and appropriate MD office administrator and to Biomatrix nursing
• Computer functions including but not limited to input, reports, searches, schedules.
• Communicates patient/employee information to answering services when necessary.
• Has read and understands company compliance paperwork and videotapes.
• Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and with the highest ethical standards.
• Coordinates staffing in a timely manner while also adhering to confidentiality and ethics as discussed in the compliance program 100% of the time.
• Insert intravenous cannulas; administer prescribed intravenous solutions, medications; monitor & maintain infusion sites & system; evaluate responses to prescribed therapy.
• Teach patients & caregivers to perform & monitor administration of Home Infusion as prescribed.
• Prepare clinical records, care plans, progress notes for each patient visit.
• Coordinate schedule of patient visits & phone calls.
• Works in patients place of residence.
• Drive as assigned within state.
• Prior experience in Home Infusion Therapy is preferred. PICC/Port/Midline experience and certification is preferred.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work extra hours if needed.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Performs related duties as requested.
• Participates in quality assurance activities and audits as directed.

KNOWLEDEGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Provides professional nursing care within the department
• Coordinates care planning with other disciplines
• Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical general aspects of care
• Determines priorities of care based on physical psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system
• Communicates regarding changes in patient status, symptomatology results of diagnostic studies
• Responds quickly accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment
• Excellent verbal skills and Good written skills
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Must be able to develop caring relationships with their patients and treat them with respect and empathy.
• Possess medical-surgical experience or knowledge in phlebotomy and venous access, both of which deal with the collection of blood.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Must teach the patient how to properly care for their IV or PICC line and be able to communicate with patients clearly while giving instructions.
• Ability to work under high levels of stress, know how to handle critical situations in the home.

Communication Skills 

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

Computer Skills 

• Become and remain proficient is all programs necessary for execution.