PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health•Columbus, OH

19d•Onsite

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 helps ensure patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care, working under very close direct supervision of the designated supervisor. The role provides infusion-related treatments and medications, assesses patients and their responses to therapy, educates patients and caregivers, and coordinates care with physicians and Naven Health’s clinical team. The position requires travel for business purposes 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; 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 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 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 with the likelihood of occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, and other potentially infectious materials, as well as possible exposure to hazardous substances, sharps, fumes, chemicals, temperature and weather conditions, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home environments.
Use required safety items such as closed-toe shoes, a 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 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, evaluating patient progress toward goals.
Participate in direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Modify the plan of treatment in response to changes in patient status, based on physician orders and established or revised care goals.
Assess patient needs and physical status at each visit using available health data and patient interviews; reassess needs and response to therapy as required.
Obtain and clarify physician orders for treatment revisions, promptly report significant changes in condition, and provide written summaries to physicians as required.
Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care needs.
Communicate effectively and promptly with Naven Health’s clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to support continuity of care.
Prepare clinical documentation in real time during visits and submit it within established timelines; complete documentation legibly and follow company documentation policies.
Under close supervision, coordinate discharge planning and prepare discharge summaries, patient instructions, and reports on care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Comply with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, applicable regulations and guidelines, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and other automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow assigned visit schedules.
Respond 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 plan 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 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.