AIC Infusion RN

WVU Medicine

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time infusion nurse position provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting. The incumbent is accountable for delivering nursing care through the nursing process, applying competent clinical knowledge and skills, and exercising independent nursing judgment for care provided directly and by healthcare providers to whom care is delegated. The role requires advanced-beginner-level knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, apply principles of growth and development across the lifespan, and assess and interpret patient data to identify individual needs. The clinic is open seven days a week, and the position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a day shift.

The nurse modifies care plans based on patient data and individual needs, uses evidence-based practice, collaborates with interprofessional colleagues and patients, delegates within scope of practice, and supports safe, high-quality care. The role also includes patient and family education, communication, professional development, quality improvement, and attention to ethical and legal patient rights. Nurses at clinical advancement levels may have additional experience, education, certification, and competency requirements as described in the CAPE program.

The job involves protracted or irregular hours and exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, deceased persons, water, and electrical hazards associated with patient-care equipment. Physical demands include lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials and equipment weighing 40 pounds or more. Patient transfers, lifts, and repositioning are to use lift equipment or other handling aids as indicated by the patient's profile and applicable algorithms; the posting cites a recommendation to limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. Normal visual and hearing acuity are required.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state where services are provided, or a current multistate RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• One year of registered nursing experience.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate positively and effectively, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
• Competent clinical practice and critical-thinking skills to deliver patient care efficiently while making effective use of resources.
• Flexibility in response to changes in work volume, staffing, and scheduling.
• Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and adapt to changing workloads and assignments.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials and equipment weighing 40 pounds or more; normal visual and hearing acuity are required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Modify patients’ plans of care based on data collection and individual needs.
• Use evidence-based practice to provide patient care.
• Delegate according to scope of practice.
• Verify the plan of care with interprofessional colleagues, patients, and caregivers.
• Provide education based on learning needs and family involvement.
• Promote effective communication among interprofessional team members and healthcare consumers.
• Influence policy to promote safe patient care.
• Use appropriate resources when providing care, especially in sensitive situations.
• Incorporate processes that support the organizational plan for growth and influence.
• Participate in developing strategies to promote healthy communities and practice environments.
• Recognize strategies to improve nursing quality.
• Review or evaluate policies, procedures, and guidelines to improve healthcare quality.
• Understand the importance of data collection and utilization.
• Share educational findings, experiences, and ideas with peers.
• Participate in activities related to nurse-sensitive indicators to enhance quality of care.
• Participate in continuing professional development.
• Identify ethical situations and seek assistance from appropriate colleagues.
• Identify ways to maintain and improve an ethical work environment conducive to safe, quality healthcare.
• Adhere to patients’ moral and legal rights.
• Engage in opportunities for work/life balance.
• Complete annual education related to specialty accreditation when required by the facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed