Infusion RN
About The Position
The Infusion RN assesses patients’ health problems and needs, develops and implements nursing care plans, and maintains medical records. The role administers care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients, advises patients on health maintenance and disease prevention, and may provide case management. The position includes administering IV chemotherapy and other medications, monitoring patients for reactions or changes in condition, and coordinating care with the healthcare team. The role is based in a clinical office setting and involves seeing multiple patients daily, many of whom are very ill. The employee works in close proximity to patients. The position requires standing for long periods, moving continuously while seated on a stool during chemotherapy infusions, and transporting supplies from the supply room to the infusion area, personally or with a cart.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- At least one year of nursing experience.
- Alabama RN license.
- Excellent bedside manner and a compassionate nature.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- BLS certification preferred.
- ACLS certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Stick patients and administer IV chemotherapy.
- Administer medications and monitor patients for reactions or side effects, following established policies and procedures.
- Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Modify patient treatment plans according to patients’ responses and conditions.
- Monitor aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
- Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
- Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.
- Prepare rooms, sterilize instruments, equipment, or supplies, and maintain supply stock.
- Comply with applicable safety and confidentiality regulations.
- Evaluate the needs of patients and families and provide education.
- Be at work regularly and on time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
