Home Infusion RN - Newington

Option Care Health•Newington, CT

4d•$45 - $74

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care to patients in their homes or in an alternate infusion suite. The nurse promotes patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care while working under structured supervision of the designated supervisor. The role includes assessing patient needs, implementing and adapting nursing plans of care, administering treatments and medications, and educating patients and caregivers. The nurse documents care, coordinates with physicians and the clinical team, supports discharge planning, and may train or mentor other nurses. Depending on the assignment, duties may also include PICC or midline insertion and central-line troubleshooting and care. The position includes nursing department on-call responsibilities and travel for business purposes.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
At least 1 year of 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; advanced certification and training as applicable.
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 up to 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds, and meet the described physical and CPR-related demands.
Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous substances, sharps, fumes, chemicals, varying weather conditions, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home settings.
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.
1–2 years of previous infusion nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, and implement intermediate nursing plans of care; evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment in response to patient status or physician orders.
Organize and provide direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Assess patient needs and physical status during skilled visits; reassess response to therapy and obtain or clarify physician orders when needed.
Promptly inform physicians of significant changes in patient condition and provide written summaries as required.
Train and mentor Infusion Nurse I staff as needed to promote patient safety and compliance.
Teach patients and caregivers using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care.
Communicate with Option Care’s clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Complete clinical documentation in real time and submit it within established timelines, following company documentation policies.
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, professional standards, applicable regulations, and accreditation requirements.
Use computers and automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow the assigned visit schedule.
Respond promptly to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and protect confidential patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explain Option Care’s services and related financial obligations to patients.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure.
Coordinate and oversee paraprofessionals in the home setting; may act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager, as applicable.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and in nurse orientation, onboarding, precepting, training, mentoring, and supervisory activities as assigned.
Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
If applicable, insert PICC or midline catheters pursuant to physician orders; troubleshoot or declot obstructed central-line catheters; monitor PICC or midline catheters and teach line-infection prevention and routine care.