Infusion Care RN (Full-Time Float)

Sage Infusion•Clearwater, FL

About The Position

Sage Infusion is seeking a patient-focused Infusion Nurse to join its Clearwater team as a float nurse, averaging 36 or more hours per week. The role is based in a retail infusion center and is an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, working closely with other staff and supporting the NP/PA with patient care. The Infusion Nurse screens and checks in patients, gathers and documents relevant clinical information, supports patient flow, prepares treatment areas and equipment, and assists with infusion care. The nurse supports and monitors patients during treatment, provides education about treatment regimens, condition management, and potential medication side effects, and follows up on side effects or adverse reactions as delegated. The role also includes maintaining clean and sanitized rooms and equipment and performing other duties delegated by the provider.

Requirements

Florida Registered Nurse license.
Current BLS certification.
Compliance with continuing and mandatory education.
Effective communication with patients, providers, and other team members.

Nice To Haves

IV experience preferred.
Ability to speak Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Screen patients upon arrival by asking screening questions and obtaining vital signs, weight, allergy information, and medication history as appropriate; notify appropriate staff of positive screening results or abnormal vital signs.
Document collected patient information completely and accurately in the medical record.
Bring patients to their designated treatment areas and provide available amenities.
Assist practitioners with infusion care, including placement of peripheral IVs and setup of required equipment.
Help ensure smooth and efficient patient flow, including checking patients in and out of appointments.
Support the provider by checking on patients, taking vital signs, and assisting patients with ambulating to the restroom during infusions.
Reconstitute and administer medications if delegated, after completing required training with the Supervising Provider.
Administer subcutaneous injections as delegated by the Supervising Provider.
Educate patients about medication administration details and potential side effects.
Follow up with patients regarding side effects or adverse reactions as delegated by the Supervising Provider.
Coordinate with the Supervising Provider to provide immediate and appropriate treatment in response to adverse reactions or emergency situations.
Maintain BLS certification and comply with continuing and mandatory education requirements.
Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and other team members.
Clean and sanitize infusion rooms and equipment between patients and at the end of the day.
Perform other duties as delegated by the provider.