Job Description

The Infusion Nurse is responsible for the administration of all ordered therapies within the Nurse’s scope of practice, the organization’s policies and procedures, INS standards of practice, and approved protocols.

Education and Experience

· Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

· One year of current nursing experience required, two years preferred

· One year of experience with infusion therapy, including patient assessment skills, venous access skills and emergency patient care, preferred

Certification, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

· Current and active registered nursing license in good standing with all governing bodies.

· CPR Certification required or must obtain upon hire

Knowledge and Skills

· Excellent IV skills

· Competent with applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.

· Competent with electronic health records (e.g. Athena, WeInfuse)

· Effective written and oral communication skills

Health Status Requirements

· Ability to lift 60 pounds, to regularly sit, stand, stoop, bend, & kneel

· Hepatitis B Vaccine or signed waiver

· Flu vaccine or signed waiver

· Must provide current TB Screening or complete of one at time of hire

· Other state required health tests allowable by law

Key Responsibilities

· Abides by organizational policies and procedures, as well as INS standards of practice, OSHA guidelines, State Nurse Practice Act, federal and state rules/regulations.

· Provides infusion and other skilled nursing care to patients such as patient assessments, patient/caregiver teaching, development and revision of the plan of care, implementation of physician orders, monitoring patient responses, responding to emergency patient needs and psychosocial support. Documents the above in the patient’s medical record.

· Provides education to patients and/or family members regarding therapy and/or plan of care.

· Maintains patient confidentiality at all times; strictly follows HIPAA laws and regulations

· Participates in staff meetings and in-services as requested.

· Participates in the quality program

· Displays a neat, clean, and professional appearance at all times.

· Performs other duties as required

Continuing Education

· Completes continuing education necessary to maintain licensure in all states of practice.

· Obtains additional nursing licenses as required

· Participates in in-services, competencies, and training as directed by supervisor.

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