Infusion Registered Nurse

ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATISM ASSOCIATES P•Friendship Heights Village, MD

1d•$41 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The infusion nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient’s course of infusion therapy. The infusion nurse is also expected to administer research medications, as required. This role involves reviewing patient charts to ensure physician orders are up-to-date and insurance authorization has been obtained prior to patient arrival. The nurse will obtain medical history, check vital signs, review labs and current medications. They will provide infusion therapy safely and competently, monitor patients for changes in condition or emergencies, and insert peripheral intravenous catheters, access implanted ports, administer injections, and perform phlebotomy as needed. Patient and family education regarding biologic treatments, medications, mechanisms of action, and potential side effects is also a key responsibility. The role includes scheduling patients, communicating with staff, staying current with government and insurance program policies, attending meetings, and performing related duties. The nurse must adhere to Infusion Nursing Standards of Practice, maintain electronic medical records, and possess strong communication and critical thinking skills. They may also be required to float to other sites for staffing needs and maintain current licensure and certifications.

Requirements

RN and DC RN License
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a nationally accredited nursing program.
BLS Certification
Current RN license in DC, VA, MD (depending on location of hire)
Minimum: 1 year of direct patient care in an inpatient setting, preferably critical care.
Knowledge of indications of therapy, pharmacologic actions, interactions, side effects and monitoring of parameters.
Understanding of drug calculations.
Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions used to establish and maintain a safe work environment.
Knowledge of Infusion Nursing Standards of Practice developed by Infusion Nurses Society (INS) and adheres to the Standards of Practice.
Skilled in IV catheter insertion and implanted port care.
Skilled in obtaining vital signs.
Skilled in maintaining clear and concise notes in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR).
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to examine documents for accuracy and thoroughness.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, other staff members, and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to adapt to changes in the department.
Ability to think critically in the clinical setting.
Follows compliance requirements mandated by OSHA.
Follows compliance policies of ARA.
Follows compliance requirements pertaining to collection and handling of laboratory specimens including, but not limited to, collection, temperature, containers, and proper disposal of biohazard materials.
Follows HIPAA guidelines for maintaining patient confidentiality.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to honest and responsible corporate conduct.
Identifies, reports and/or prevents any fraudulent or unethical behavior.
Notifies management if inappropriate behavior is observed within the organization.
Minimum Necessary Access to PHI

Nice To Haves

ACLS Certification, preferred
IV catheter insertion competency and infusion therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient’s course of infusion therapy.
Administering research medications, as required.
Reviewing patient chart to ensure that physician’s orders are up-to-date and insurance authorization has been obtained prior to patient arrival to office.
Obtaining brief medical history, checking vital signs, reviewing labs and reviewing patient’s list of medications.
Providing infusion therapy in a safe and competent manner.
Monitoring patient and promptly reporting changes in the patient’s condition or emergencies.
Inserting peripheral intravenous catheters, access implanted ports, administers injections, and performs phlebotomy, as needed.
Providing educational information to patient and patient’s family regarding biologic treatments.
Instructing patient about biologic medications, mechanism of action, and potential side effects.
Scheduling patients for infusion therapy and office visits.
Communicating with providers and other staff members, as appropriate.
Remaining current with the policies mandated by both federal and local governments, Medicare/Medicaid programs, and other private health care programs regarding handling of laboratory work.
Attending Departmental Meetings.
Performing related work as required.
Participating in the development and general adherence of policies and procedures related to infusion therapy and nursing care within the department.
Working independently with off-site supervision.
Floating to other sites, as appropriate, for staffing needs in the department.
Maintaining current licensure and certifications necessary to perform duties and legally practice in the state(s) licensed.
Adhering to all ARA and ARISE Policies and Procedures.
Following compliance requirements mandated by OSHA.
Following compliance policies of ARA.
Following compliance requirements pertaining to collection and handling of laboratory specimens including, but not limited to, collection, temperature, containers, and proper disposal of biohazard materials.
Following HIPAA guidelines for maintaining patient confidentiality.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to honest and responsible corporate conduct.
Identifying, reporting and/or preventing any fraudulent or unethical behavior.
Notifying management if inappropriate behavior is observed within the organization.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Cigna
FSA
HSA
Life Insurance
401K Contributions
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Every Friday off
Tuition Assistance
Free Parking
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
STD/LTD/ADD Insurance (short-term disability, long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance)