Home Infusion RN - Per Diem - Newark

Option Care Health•Newark, DE

3d•$43 - $71

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care to patients in the home or an alternate infusion suite. The role supports patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care, and works under the structured supervision of a designated supervisor. The nurse assesses patient needs, develops and adjusts plans of care, administers treatments and medications, educates patients and caregivers, and communicates with physicians and the clinical team. The position also includes clinical documentation, discharge coordination, compliance with applicable policies and regulations, and participation in training, conferences, and on-call responsibilities. When applicable, the nurse inserts PICC lines or midlines, troubleshoots or declots obstructed central line catheters, and teaches patients about line infection prevention and routine care.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted 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.
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 up to 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lifting capacity of 75 pounds, and meet the described physical demands of the role.
Ability to perform CPR and related emergency response duties and maintain the required physical capability and competency.
Willingness to participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
1–2 years of previous infusion nursing experience.
Advanced certification and training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, implement, and evaluate intermediate nursing plans of care and treatments; adjust care 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 and reassess patients at skilled visits, obtain or clarify physician orders, and promptly report significant changes in patient condition.
Provide training and mentorship to Infusion Nurse I staff as needed.
Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care needs.
Communicate with clinical team members, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to support continuity of care.
Prepare and submit timely, legible clinical documentation in accordance with company policy and established timelines.
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 standards.
Use computers and automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow assigned visit schedules.
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 the company’s scope of services and related patient financial obligations and service charges.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure.
Coordinate and oversee paraprofessionals in the home setting and, when applicable, act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, and mentoring as assigned.
Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
Insert PICC lines or midlines per physician order, when applicable.
Troubleshoot or declot obstructed central line catheters and monitor PICC lines or midlines, including educating patients on infection prevention and routine care, when applicable.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.