Infusion & Procedure Nurse - Per Diem

Center for Neurosciences•Tucson, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Infusion & Procedure Nurse applies professional nursing care principles consistent with the Arizona Board of Nursing, Center for Neurosciences policies, and Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice. The role coordinates care information among patients, families, and healthcare team members; educates patients and families; and evaluates care outcomes. The nurse works with treating providers and the Infusion Coordinator to conduct patient intake and manage infusion care, including screening, pre-infusion care, IV initiation and maintenance, sterile preparation and labeling of IV admixtures, vascular access device care when indicated, and safe medication administration. The position also provides supportive pre- and post-procedure care for interventional pain procedures, including IV hydration, observation, vital sign monitoring, and discharge instructions as needed. The role documents care in infusion systems, electronic medical records, and eCW; monitors patients and responds to emergencies; maintains infusion-practice knowledge and regulatory compliance; and coordinates patient care with other healthcare personnel. Work takes place in office, exam, and other clinical settings, with frequent exposure to conditions common to a clinic.

Requirements

Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program.
At least one year of recent infusion nursing experience and three years of nursing experience.
Current, unrestricted Arizona Registered Nurse license.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Computer experience and proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
High-level clinical judgment and problem-solving skills, or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and education approved by the Infusion Nurse Manager and/or Human Resources.
Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety hazards and standards, healthcare laws and regulations, and clinical policies and procedures.
Knowledge of nursing processes, healthcare systems and structures, community resources, healthcare technology, equipment, and supplies.
Knowledge of quality-improvement principles and techniques.
Skill in applying and modifying professional nursing principles, methods, and techniques as appropriate.
Skill in identifying problems, researching them, and recommending solutions.
Skill in developing and maintaining high-quality care and quality assurance.
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making.
Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination.
Skill in initiating crisis interventions and emergency response.
Skill in intravenous insertion, venipuncture, and medication administration.
Ability to manage nursing services and build consensus among staff.
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals at all levels of the medical practice.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
Ability to engage patients and families in developing and implementing a care plan.
Ability to read and interpret physicians' orders and notes from other providers.
Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Familiarity with administration of biologics.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Work with treating providers and the Infusion Coordinator to perform medical intake of patients.
Implement and manage infusion care, including pre-infusion care, IV initiation and maintenance, sterile preparation and labeling of IV admixtures, appropriate vascular access device care, and safe intravenous medication administration.
Document infusion visits in detail in infusion systems and electronic medical records.
Complete appropriate screening before initiating infusions.
Monitor patient condition throughout the infusion process.
Identify emergency situations and independently initiate appropriate actions.
Provide and reinforce patient education about treatment plans and regimens, financial implications, symptom management, side effects, and patient and family after-care responsibilities.
Advocate for and coordinate patient care with other healthcare personnel, and evaluate care measures.
Maintain advanced knowledge of infusion practices, including adjunct therapies, vascular access devices, infusion pumps, and infection control standards.
Maintain compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.
Delegate tasks to appropriate staff within their job descriptions and in accordance with the Arizona Nurse Practice Act.
Communicate patient care needs to physicians as necessary.
Provide pre- and post-procedure supportive care for patients undergoing interventional pain procedures, as needed, including IV initiation and maintenance, IV hydration, post-procedure observation, vital sign monitoring, and discharge instructions.
Document pre- and post-procedure nursing care in eCW.
Perform other duties as assigned.