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Home Health Infusion Registered Nurse
Pentec Health - Lafayette, IN
posted about 1 month ago
About the position
The Home Health Infusion Registered Nurse at Pentec Health is responsible for providing nursing care to patients with implanted intrathecal drug delivery devices. This role involves comprehensive patient assessments, nursing interventions, and education, while allowing for a flexible schedule to meet patient needs. The position requires travel within the area, potentially up to 200 miles, and involves working in various settings including homes, hospitals, and clinics.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and nursing interventions for patients with implanted intrathecal drug delivery devices.
- Perform pump refills, dose adjustments, and provide patient education.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and within the required timeframe.
- Collaborate with prescribing physicians, patients, and caregivers as needed.
- Maintain patient records in compliance with state, HIPAA, and TJC requirements.
- Participate in Shared Governance and integrate evidence-based research into practice.
- Tailor education to meet each patient's and caregiver's healthcare literacy.
- Promote integrative care techniques to assist patients with symptom management.
Requirements
- Must have 3 years of RN experience and 24/7 accountability as needed.
- Demonstrate the skill and ability required for completion of Intrathecal Nurse Fellowship Orientation program.
- Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and organization skills.
- Ability to work independently and be a resourceful, proactive problem solver.
- Exhibit accurate critical thinking and ability to quickly assess and react to changes in patient conditions.
- Ability to work in a remote home office and maintain productive, therapeutic boundaries.
- Must be CPR certified, or have the ability to be certified.
Nice-to-haves
- ICU/ER/OR and/or home care experience preferred.
- Solid understanding of chronic pain/rehab principles.
- BSN
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA)
- Additional voluntary benefits
