Infusion RN - Hybrid In Home & In Suite - Tampa

Option Care Health•Tampa, FL

8d•$39 - $65•Hybrid

About The Position

The Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care in patients’ homes, an alternate infusion suite, or through virtual visits. The nurse works under the structured supervision of a designated supervisor and supports patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care. The role includes a 40-hour Tuesday–Saturday schedule and may involve serving patients across Tampa, Brandon, St. Petersburg, Largo, Clearwater, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, and Zephyrhills, or working in infusion suites in Tampa or Clearwater. The nurse assesses patient needs and status, implements and adjusts nursing care plans, administers treatments and medications, and teaches patients and caregivers. The role includes timely clinical documentation and communication with patients, families, physicians, and the clinical team; discharge coordination; compliance with regulatory and organizational standards; and participation in on-call duties. Depending on applicability and physician orders, the nurse may insert PICC/midlines, troubleshoot or declot central line catheters, and educate patients on line care and infection prevention. The position requires an active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice, at least one year of nursing experience, current CPR certification, a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business travel with liability insurance, and the ability to use computer systems and nursing technology. The role requires travel up to 100% for business purposes and has physical demands that include lifting up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds. Occupational exposures and safety requirements are described in the posting.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Current CPR certification.
Demonstrated competency in patient care standards and infusion skills applicable to agency programs and service needs; advanced certification and training as applicable.
Required license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice, access to a vehicle for business travel, and proof of liability insurance.
Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications, with ability to use nursing technology tools to communicate and document care.
Ability to travel up to 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds; ability to perform the listed physical activities and meet fine motor and visual acuity demands.
Compliance with specified safety requirements, including closed-toe shoes, appropriate protective equipment, and access to a functioning communication device.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
One to two years of previous infusion nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, and implement intermediate nursing plans of care; evaluate patient progress and modify treatment plans in response to changes in patient status or physician orders.
Assess patients’ needs and physical status during skilled visits, reassess response to therapy, obtain or clarify physician orders, and promptly report significant changes in condition.
Provide direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Train and mentor Infusion Nurse I’s as needed to support patient safety and compliance.
Teach patients and caregivers using a patient-centered approach to help them manage prescribed therapy and care needs independently.
Communicate with the clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to support continuity of care; prepare and submit timely, legible clinical documentation.
Coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and patient instructions, and report care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Comply with agency operations, company policies, professional standards, applicable regulations, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and automation technologies to validate treatment orders, document care, and follow assigned visit schedules.
Respond promptly to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and safeguard confidential patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explain the company’s services and instruct patients about financial obligations and service charges.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure; coordinate oversight of paraprofessionals in the home setting and, when applicable, act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, and mentoring to nurses as assigned.
Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
When applicable and ordered, insert PICC/midlines, troubleshoot or declot obstructed central line catheters, and monitor lines while educating patients on infection prevention and routine care.