Home Infusion RN
- Description:
- Conduct in-home infusion therapy visits with patients according to the plan of care.
- Prepare clinical/nursing notes and document patient interventions in both clinical and non-clinical records consistently.
- Act as a clinical resource, working collaboratively with other pharmacy departments.
- Maintain knowledge of drug side effects and interactions.
- Offer telephone and in-person patient education on therapy protocols, drug side effects, and home infusion procedures.
- Ensure patients understand their therapy plans, medications, and the importance of adherence.
- During initial and ongoing consultations, serve as a patient liaison between the patient, their family, and the pharmacy to ensure a seamless therapy process.
- Perform comprehensive, initial, and periodic head-to-toe assessments for patients and initiate preventative and rehabilitative care.
- Use health assessment data, and input from the agency team, the physician, the patient, and the family to determine patient needs.
- Manage patient and family expectations regarding services, outcomes, and discharge goals.
- Establish primary and secondary diagnoses based on patient assessment and home health care focus.
- Develop care plans with skilled interventions, medical supplies, and necessary services to meet goals.
- Regularly evaluate patient progress, in collaboration with team members, and revise care plans as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current RN state license.
- 5+ years of experience in home infusion and infusion centers.
- 3+ Experience with IV Immunoglobulins and IV Biologics.
- CRNI certification(Certified Registered Nurse Infusion) is preferred.
- Experience with peripheral IV starts, infusion therapy, and phlebotomy for both adult and pediatric patients is preferred.
- Effective interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational ability to maintain consistently accurate records.
- Ability to direct information to the appropriate healthcare provider.
- Proficient in computer skills, including word processing, and efficient use of the internet and email.
- Current CPR and BLS (Red Cross and AHA) certification, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.
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