PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health•Lansing, MI

18h

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse I is a licensed registered nurse who provides basic direct patient care in patients’ homes or alternate infusion sites. The nurse supports patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care, working under very close direct supervision. The role delivers specialized infusion care and related patient education, documentation, coordination, and emergency response. It requires travel 100% of the time for business purposes.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
0–2 years of infusion nursing experience required.
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 the 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; exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds frequently.
Ability to perform the physical activities and visual and fine motor tasks described, including walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, and adjusting visual focus.
Ability to perform CPR and related emergency response duties and maintain the required physical capability and competency.
Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, hazardous substances, sharps, fumes, chemicals, varying weather and temperatures, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home conditions.
Use required safety equipment, including closed-toe shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves, and a functioning communication device.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, and implement basic nursing plans of care and evaluate patient progress toward goals.
Provide direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Modify treatment plans in response to changes in patient status, based on physician orders and established care goals.
Assess patient needs and physical status at each visit, including through health data access and patient interviews; reassess needs and response to therapy.
Obtain and clarify physician orders for treatment revisions, promptly report significant changes in patient condition, and provide written summaries to the physician.
Teach patients and families or caregivers using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care needs.
Communicate with Naven Health’s clinical team, medical providers, patients, and families or caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Prepare clinical documentation in real time during visits and submit it within established timelines; follow documentation policies and practices.
Under close supervision, coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and patient instructions, and report care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Comply with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, regulations, guidelines, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and other automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow assigned visit schedules.
Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and protect confidential patient and company information in accordance with HIPAA.
Explain Naven Health’s scope of services and instruct patients about their plans of care.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure.
Provide oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home setting; may act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager, as applicable and permitted by regulations.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, and mentoring to nurses as assigned.
Participate in nursing on-call responsibilities as applicable.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.