Infusion RN - Part Time - 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 a designated supervisor. The position is part time and based in Richmond. The nurse develops and implements plans of care, assesses and reassesses patients, administers treatments and medications, teaches patients and caregivers, and communicates with physicians and the clinical team. The role also involves real-time documentation, discharge planning, compliance with applicable policies and regulations, use of clinical technology, participation in on-call duties, and training or mentoring other nurses as assigned. When applicable, the nurse inserts PICC/midline catheters, troubleshoots or declots obstructed central lines, and teaches line care and infection prevention. The role requires business travel, potentially up to 100% of the time. Physical demands include lifting and carrying, various movements and postures, fine motor skills, and visual acuity. The work may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials, hazardous substances, sharps, weather, animals, secondhand smoke or vape, and unpredictable home environments. Required safety equipment includes closed-toe shoes and, as appropriate, a facemask, goggles, gown, and gloves, along with a functioning communication device.

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.
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, and exert force as described in the posting.
Ability to perform the physical movements and visual tasks required for the role, including the physical ability to perform CPR and related emergency response duties.
Ability to use required safety equipment and a functioning communication device in routine and emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
1–2 years of previous infusion nursing experience.
Advanced certification and training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, and implement intermediate nursing plans of care; evaluate progress toward goals and modify treatment 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 patients’ needs and physical status at skilled visits, reassess response to therapy, obtain or clarify physician orders, and promptly report significant changes in condition.
Train and mentor Infusion Nurse I staff as needed to support patient safety and compliance.
Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to help them participate in care and become independent with prescribed therapy.
Communicate with the clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to support continuity of care.
Prepare clinical documentation in real time and submit it within established timelines, following documentation policies and practices.
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 and procedures, professional standards, applicable regulations, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow the assigned visit schedule.
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 scope of services and instruct patients about applicable financial obligations and service charges.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure.
Coordinate and oversee paraprofessionals in the home setting and, when applicable, act as supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager in accordance with regulations.
Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, and mentoring to nurses as assigned.
Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
Insert PICC/midline catheters per physician order, troubleshoot or declot obstructed central line catheters, and teach PICC/midline care and infection prevention when applicable.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.