Infusion RN - Per Diem - Richmond

Option Care Health•Ashland, VA

1d•$39 - $65

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care in patients’ homes or alternate infusion suites. The role supports patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care, under the structured supervision of the designated supervisor. The nurse assesses patients, delivers and adjusts care, administers medications and treatments, educates patients and caregivers, and coordinates with physicians and the clinical team. The position also involves documentation, discharge planning, adherence to regulatory and professional standards, and participation in on-call responsibilities. When applicable, the nurse inserts PICC lines or midlines, troubleshoots or declots obstructed central line catheters, and teaches patients about line care and infection prevention.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Current CPR certification; an in-person class is required by company policy.
Demonstrated competency in patient care standards and infusion skills applicable to agency programs and service needs; advanced certification and training as applicable.
Required licensure 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 the 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; exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds frequently.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities and meet the visual and fine-motor requirements of the job.
Ability to perform CPR and related emergency-response duties and maintain the required physical capability and competency.
Ability to work in settings with potential exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, hazardous substances, sharps, fumes, chemicals, varied weather and temperatures, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home environments.
Use required safety equipment, including closed-toe shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves, and a functioning communication device.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
1–2 years of previous infusion nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate intermediate nursing plans of care and treatments; adjust plans in response to patient status or physician orders.
Organize and provide direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Assess and reassess patient needs and physical status at skilled visits; obtain or clarify physician orders, report significant changes, and provide written summaries as required.
Train and mentor Infusion Nurse I staff as needed.
Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care.
Communicate with the clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to maintain continuity of care.
Document visits in real time and submit complete, legible clinical documentation according to established timelines and company practices.
Coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and 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 other automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow the assigned visit schedule.
Respond promptly to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures as necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and protect confidential patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explain the company’s scope of services and instruct patients about financial obligations and service charges.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure.
Oversee and coordinate paraprofessionals in the home setting; may act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager when applicable and permitted by regulations.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, mentoring, orientation, onboarding, or supervisory activities as assigned.
Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
When applicable, insert PICC lines or midlines per physician order; troubleshoot or declot obstructed central line catheters; monitor PICC lines or midlines and teach prevention of line infection and routine care.