PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health•Madison, WI

About The Position

Naven Health is a nationwide home infusion nursing network and clinical platform providing 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, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care. The role works under very close direct supervision of the designated supervisor. The nurse assesses patients, delivers and evaluates prescribed treatments, administers medications, educates patients and caregivers, and communicates with the clinical team and medical providers. The position also requires timely clinical documentation, coordination of care and discharge activities, compliance with applicable policies and regulations, and participation in training and continuing education. Travel for business purposes is required 100% of the time.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
0–2 years of infusion nursing experience required.
Current CPR certification.
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 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 physical activities including walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, turning, pivoting, balancing, stooping, overhead reaching, 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.
Willingness to travel 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to 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 changing patient status based on physician orders.
Assess patient needs and physical status at each visit through health data access and patient interviews; reassess needs and response to therapy.
Obtain and clarify physician orders for treatment revisions, promptly inform physicians of significant changes, and provide written summaries as required.
Teach patients and 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 caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Prepare clinical documentation in real time during visits and submit it within established timelines; follow documentation and error-correction policies.
Under close supervision, coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and patient instructions, and report care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Follow agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, applicable regulations, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and 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 safeguard confidential patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explain Naven Health’s scope of services and instruct patients about their plan of care.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure.
Provide oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home and, when applicable, act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager in accordance with 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.