Infusion Nurse RN

CIBD • Orange, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Infusion Nurse is responsible for safely administering infusion therapy and other medications while providing high-quality, compassionate care. The role includes assessing patients, inserting short peripheral vascular access devices, accessing and maintaining central vascular devices, and educating patients and caregivers. The position reports to the Infusion Manager and is based on-site in the Infusion department. The schedule is a day shift, including Wednesday and two additional days to be determined, from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM; an Alternative Work Schedule agreement is required.

The nurse coordinates infusion appointments, conducts assessments, prepares medications and supplies, administers treatments, documents care in the electronic medical record, performs and follows up on laboratory testing, monitors patient responses, and coordinates emergency transfers when needed. The role also supervises and assists medical assistants, coordinates care with providers and legal representatives, and teaches patients and caregivers how to administer medications at home.

The nurse maintains a safe, clean, and confidential care environment in accordance with applicable protocols, regulations, and HIPAA requirements, and participates in required professional development. CIBD is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive care for people and families affected by inherited blood disorders.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program.
• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting.
• At least 1 year of infusion therapy experience with adults.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, or ability to obtain it before starting.
• HIPAA training, or ability to complete it within the first three months of hire.
• Agreement to the Alternative Work Schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education.
• At least 1 year of infusion therapy experience with pediatric patients.
• CRNI certificate.
• INS membership.
• ACLS certificate.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate infusion appointment bookings and maintain timely patient flow.
• Perform nursing assessments, care, and education according to infusion center protocols and applicable accreditation requirements, laws, and regulations.
• Prepare medications, equipment, and supplies, and keep medication rooms clean and stocked.
• Insert short peripheral vascular access devices and discontinue central vascular access devices safely and in accordance with protocol.
• Administer ordered infusions, injections, subcutaneous and oral medications, and other medications within the center’s scope of services.
• Document patient demographics, treatment, care notes, vital signs, and other services in the electronic medical record.
• Perform required laboratory work and testing, follow up on test orders, and report results to providers and patients or legal representatives.
• Observe and report patient conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments, document observations, and administer prescribed medications as directed by providers.
• Transfer patients to the Emergency Department according to protocol or provider orders while monitoring patients and informing legal representatives.
• Oversee, supervise, and assist medical assistants with infusion suite preparation, vital signs, and other patient-related care.
• Coordinate patients’ plans of care among providers, staff, and legal representatives.
• Educate patients and caregivers so they can administer medications at home when needed.
• Assist infusion staff and providers with answering phones and perform other duties as patient care and operational needs change.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations, including Blood Borne Pathogens, Hand Hygiene, and Title 22 requirements.
• Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and CIBD policies and procedures.
• Participate in professional development and maintain professional affiliations, attending required training, seminars, workshops, and conferences.

Benefits

• 100% employee coverage and 50% dependent coverage of medical and vision insurance.
• 99% employee coverage of dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 10 observed paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 4% match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree