Per Diem Infusion Registered Nurse

AdvisaCare•Muskegon, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

AdvisaCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Infusion Specialist to provide infusion care in patients’ homes. The role includes administering infusion therapies and treatments such as hydration, TPN, medications, and solutions; drawing laboratory samples and monitoring and reporting results to physicians; maintaining accurate medication profiles and communicating potential interactions to pharmacists and physicians; receiving orders and coordinating patient appointments; checking vital signs and monitoring patient responses; maintaining accurate records in the EMR; and responding appropriately to emergencies, with outside assistance when needed. The position is per diem and supports patients in receiving care at home. The ideal candidate is organized, able to manage schedules and submit timely reports, compassionate and reassuring with patients of all ages, and comfortable with accurate EMR documentation. A state-licensed RN is required. The posting calls for at least two years of clinical experience that includes infusion therapy training, while also stating that AdvisaCare may train an otherwise qualified candidate. Physical requirements include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, as well as prolonged periods standing, bending, and reaching. The employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Requirements

Active RN state license.
At least two years of clinical experience that includes training in infusion therapy; the employer may train an otherwise competent candidate.
Ability to manage schedules and provide timely reports.
Compassionate, reassuring manner with patients of all ages.
Ability to document accurately in an EMR.
Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Infusion therapy experience is preferred; AdvisaCare may train an otherwise qualified candidate.

Responsibilities

Administer infusion therapies in patients’ homes.
Draw laboratory samples and monitor and report results to physicians.
Maintain accurate medication profiles and communicate potential interactions to pharmacists and physicians.
Receive orders and coordinate patient appointments.
Check vital signs, administer therapies, and monitor patient responses.
Provide treatments including hydration, TPN, medications, and solutions.
Maintain accurate records using the EMR.
Respond appropriately to emergency situations, obtaining outside assistance when needed.