Infusion RN / Registered Nurse

BrightSpring Health Services•Woodridge, IL

2d•$42 - $47

About The Position

Amerita is a Specialty Infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and outstanding clinical service to patients outside of the hospital setting; with exceptional employees that are dedicated to providing the best quality care and service in an ethical, sound, supportive, and customer-focused environment. We have developed a culture which supports our staff of caregivers and their families by providing fair and competitive compensation, high quality affordable benefits, and fulfilling work in a fun, friendly environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
Valid nursing license in state(s) of practice
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse
Current CPR certification
Flexible schedule with the availability to work a variety of shift models
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Must meet company standards for driving record as well as driver age requirement
Percentage of Travel: 100%-Regular driving to patient’s homes for visits is required as part of this position
To perform this role will require constantly sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, crouching, stooping and typing on a keyboard with fingers.
The physical requirements will be the ability to push/pull and lift/carry 10-30 lbs

Nice To Haves

Previous infusion and home health care experience preferred
Extensive experience in IV therapy preferred

Responsibilities

Assesses all patients assigned and establishes and implements the Plan of Care
Adheres to policies and procedures addressing the scope of services outlined in both Infusion nursing services, pharmacy services and state laws and regulations
Adheres to INS and IgNS standards of practice, CDC guidelines, scope and standards of practice, and code of ethics as defined by American Nurses Association
Collaborates with pharmacy staff, sales partners, ordering provider and patient to develop and monitor goals of patients’ therapies
Completes patient care documentation in place of service including patients’ home or AIS
Manages vascular access devices, to include insertion of peripheral infusion devices and ability to draw labs via peripheral venipuncture
Educates patients and caregivers
Evaluates progress toward goals and makes recommendations to physicians for changes in the Plan of Care based on patients’ needs
Coordinates nursing care with home health and other community agencies as indicated
Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled per branch protocol
Complete expense reports monthly tracking mileage and other miscellaneous incidental expenses
Complete annual competencies and mandatory training within assigned due dates
Supervisory Responsibility: No