Position: Infusion RN Department: Consulting Services Reports To: Director Consulting Services Direct Reports: None FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary The Infusion RN is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in the Consulting/infusion department. Provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectations with minimal supervision. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with practitioners about changes in patient's status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies. Initiate IV s via central venous devices or by peripheral access and administers blood transfusions, or drug infusions as ordered and directed by a licensed practitioner. General Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities Performs accurate and complete assessment of patients; coordinates and ensures completion of interdisciplinary screenings and assessments; assesses and reassesses pain; assessments are age, culture and psychosocial appropriate. Provides patient care with consideration of the patient s needs, age, culture and appropriate standards of care. Educates the patient/ family regarding treatment plan and follow up instructions given per provider instructions including any education handouts. Assesses the effectiveness of pain medications; ability to revise care as indicated by the patient s response to treatment. Prepares and administers medications based on age / clinical condition of the patient per policy and nursing standards of care; manages supply of medications and contacts pharmacy as needed to ensure uninterrupted medication therapy. Ability to manage antineoplastic agents and therapy following safety protocols, in consideration of physical and psychological effects, risks and benefits. Explains procedures to patient/family; utilizes specialty equipment; assists practitioners(s) with procedures; utilizes other departments to provide interdisciplinary care as appropriate; utilizes pain management techniques. Follows medical records documentation guidelines regarding timeliness of reviews and completeness of documentation; obtains and documents accurate and thorough patient medical history including pertinent history, pain assessment, current medications, identified health risk factors and other needed information. Performs all aspects of the position in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors; utilizes established hand-off communication protocols; maintains the security of the department. Complies with all established safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Participates in performance improvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification/Licensure Requirements Current IL RN License Required BLS Required ACLS Required ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certified through the Oncology Nurse Society Required Experience Requirements Registered Nurse minimum 2 years Preferred Chemotherapy experience preferred Computer Skills Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate EMR programs Additional Skills Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently in a team environment Excellent ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changes in assignment Excellent communication and customer service skills
Shift: Days; M-F 8:00a-4:30p
Specialty Type: Nursing
Sub Specialties: Infusion RN
General Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS,ACLS)Please CLICK HERE to view details.
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A US based healthcare staffing firm, Lamb Company has been serving healthcare workers so that healthcare workers may serve their patients since 2019. Our team consists of individuals with likeminded goals to have a heart for providing quality care for patients that without our help, may not receive any. Our job is to find a site that matches well with you and develop a plan to safely and effectively get you implemented into that system. As a small company with owners that are healthcare workers themselves, we understand the difficulty of starting new and finding a home where you are appreciated. We are always available and aim to find you the employment of your dreams. Please reach out with any questions which you may have!