PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health•Tallahassee, FL

30d•$39 - $65

About The Position

Naven Health is a nationwide home infusion nursing network and clinical platform focused on specialized infusion care, clinical trial services, and programs for pharmaceutical manufacturers. The Infusion Nurse I is a licensed registered nurse who provides basic direct patient care in patients’ homes or alternate infusion sites, supporting patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care. The nurse works under very close direct supervision of the designated supervisor. The role includes assessing patients, implementing and revising nursing care in accordance with physician orders, administering treatments and medications, and teaching patients and caregivers to support independence with prescribed therapy. The nurse documents care in real time, communicates with the clinical team and providers, supports care transitions and discharge planning, and follows applicable agency policies, professional standards, regulations, and accreditation requirements. The position requires business travel to patient locations and may include nursing on-call responsibilities.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
Minimum of 0–2 years of infusion nursing experience.
Current CPR certification; an in-person class is required by company policy.
Demonstrated competency in patient care standards and infusion skills applicable to agency programs and service needs.
Required licensure to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice, access to a vehicle for business travel, and proof of liability insurance.
Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications, with ability to use nursing technology tools to communicate and document care.
Ability to travel 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds, and exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or 10 pounds frequently.
Ability to perform physical activities including walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, turning, pivoting, balancing, stooping, reaching overhead, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying.
Fine motor skills and visual acuity, including near and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work in settings with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, hazardous substances, sharps, fumes, chemicals, temperature and weather conditions, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home environments.
Use required safety equipment, including closed-toe shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves, and a functioning communication device for routine and emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
One year of prior RN experience in a home health or acute care setting.
Advanced certification and training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Initiates, develops, and implements basic nursing plans of care; evaluates patient progress and adjusts treatment in response to patient status and physician orders.
Provides direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications, and educates patients, families, and caregivers.
Assesses and reassesses patient needs and physical status at each visit, including response to therapy and supplemental physician orders.
Obtains and clarifies physician orders, promptly informs physicians of significant changes in patient condition, and provides written summaries as required.
Teaches patients and families using a patient-centered approach to help them achieve independence with prescribed therapy and care needs.
Communicates with Naven Health’s clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Prepares and submits timely, legible clinical documentation, following company policies for abbreviations and correction of documentation errors.
Coordinates discharge planning under close supervision, prepares discharge summaries and patient instructions, and reports care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Complies with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, applicable regulations, and accreditation standards.
Uses computers and automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow assigned visit schedules.
Responds promptly and appropriately to patient requests and initiates emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintains ethical and professional conduct and safeguards confidential patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explains Naven Health’s scope of services and related plans of care to patients.
Completes required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure.
Provides oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home setting and may act as Supervisor in the Supervisor’s or Nurse Manager’s absence, as permitted by applicable regulations.
Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and may precept, train, and mentor nurses as assigned.
Participates in nursing on-call responsibilities as applicable.
Performs other related duties as directed by the supervisor.