Infusion RN - Clinic - Home Health

Company: Interim HealthCare of Bellevue
Location: Bellevue
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionInterim HealthCare of Bellevue offers the freedom of a flexible work schedule combined with the security of working for an established company. We are looking for a compassionate Infusion Nurse to work in either a Home Health or clinical setting! Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and we are looking for quality Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team! We offer a variety of opportunities, including part-time and full-time positions. Essential Functions:

• Reads and analyzes technical reports and data (e.g. lab and diagnostic reports), policy and procedure manuals, written physician's orders, and safety manuals, as well as a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from physicians, patients, family/visitors, colleagues and other health care providers and supervisors.
• Presents written and verbal education and direction to patients, family, licensed and unlicensed staff.
• Utilizes and calculates fractions, percentages, volume, ratios, and proportions, as well as apply basic algebraic concepts to practical situations (e.g. drug calculations, infusion rate calculations) in the course of daily assignments.
• Establishes effective relationships with patients, physicians, families/visitors, coworkers and superiors.
• Provides professional, respectful and compassionate care to all patients.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care provided to all patients assigned.
• Recognizes changing patient conditions and emergency situations and appropriately intervenes.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and leadership in planning, implementing and evaluating the care of the patient.
• Displays a working knowledge of disease pathophysiology, common diagnostic tests and procedures, as well as treatment plans.
• Provides direct care to patients with a wide variety of diagnoses, conditions, and diseases through ongoing contact throughout the assignment/shift.
• Administers medications according to established medication administration principles, physician orders and facility policy and procedures.
• Reviews, interprets, transcribes and carries out physician orders.
• Maintains a safe environment for all patients assigned.
• Operates all patient equipment and devices according to operating instructions and facility policy.
• Provides legible, clear written or electronic documentation of all patient care provided, medications administered, and the patient's response to care.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with contracting employer's policies and procedures.
• Supervises professional and non-professional personnel providing patient care. Provides supervision to others through task assignments, direction, evaluation and feedback of assigned tasks.
• Completes other assignments as requested and assigned.
• May have access to personal health information ("PHI") necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization/department.
  • Monitors and evaluates patient response according to identified criteria, and participates in quality management activities.
  • Assess patients with regard to diagnosis, developmental stage and/or special conditions that impact treatment or choice of vascular access devices.
  • Interact with health care team to keep them informed of any changes in patient condition.
  • Recognize abnormal conditions or potential problems, take appropriate action, and notify appropriate personnel.
  • Document interventions and evaluations accurately and promptly; demonstrate understanding of policies within institution, and interact with others to promote and enhance positive relationships.
  • Initiate and maintain accurate accounting of instruments, appliances and supplies used during procedures.
  • Participate in activities to ensure the safety of the patient (i.e., monitoring and use of equipment, medication and solutions; positioning patient, use of aseptic technique and infection control methodology).
  • Administer medications/infusions under the order of a physician and according to state practice act.
  • Evaluate new products and supplies related to infusion therapy.
  • Completes other assignments as requested and assigned.
  • May have access to personal health information ("PHI") necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization/department.
    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

    • Knowledge of but may not be limited to Blood products and infusion medications/solutions, indications for infusion, dosages, side effects and potential toxicity.
    • Verbal and written communication skills to facilitate the translation of ideas and facts to persons within and beyond the scope of infusion/intravenous therapy specialty.
    • Able to provide proof of a valid driver's license, if applicable.
    • Able to provide proof of valid auto liability insurance if assignment(s) include driving own vehicle.
    • Ability to work as a member of a team, including but not limited to the ability to manage stress appropriately, to make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
    • Ability to maintain and demonstrate professional behavior at all times.Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
      • Registered Nurse with current license in state(s) in which he/she is employed and practices.
      • One (1) year RN experience within the past 5 years, which includes the practice of infusion therapy in the medical-surgical or critical care setting.
      • Meets applicable health requirements to provide patient care.
      • Current BLS certification and other training as required by the contracting facility or evidence of current CPR training card for infants, children and adults.
      • Current immunizations
      • TB test
      • Two (2) positive work references
      • Successfully complete and pass background check and drug test

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