Infusion Suite RN - Fort Worth

Option Care Health•Fort Worth, TX

4d•$43 - $71

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse II is a licensed registered nurse who coordinates and provides intermediate direct patient care to patients in the home or an alternate infusion suite. The role ensures patient safety, continuity of care, and compliance with a physician’s plan of care, and works under the structured supervision of a designated supervisor. The nurse develops and implements nursing plans of care, evaluates patient progress, assesses and reassesses patient needs, administers treatments and medications, and educates patients and caregivers. The position also involves clinical documentation, communication and coordination with care teams and physicians, discharge planning, adherence to applicable standards and regulations, and participation in on-call responsibilities. When applicable, the nurse inserts PICC lines or midlines and troubleshoots obstructed central line catheters. This role requires a current, unrestricted RN license, at least one year of nursing experience, CPR certification, access to a vehicle for business travel, and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time. The position has physical demands including lifting and carrying, and may involve exposure to infectious materials, hazardous substances, and unpredictable home environments. The pay range is $42.72–$71.21; compensation depends on qualifications and other factors.

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 skill sets 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, and ability to use nursing technology tools to communicate and document care.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lifting capacity of 75 pounds, and meet the stated physical demands of the role.
Ability to comply with safety requirements, including use of closed-toe shoes, face mask, goggles, gown and/or gloves, and 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 plan-of-care treatments; evaluate patient progress 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 and reassess patient needs and physical status during skilled visits, including evaluating response to therapy.
Obtain and clarify physician orders, promptly report significant changes in patient condition, and provide written summaries as required.
Train and mentor Infusion Nurse I’s as needed to support patient safety and compliance.
Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to help them participate in prescribed therapy and care.
Communicate with clinical teams, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Complete clinical documentation in real time and submit it within established timelines, following documentation and error-correction policies.
Coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and patient instructions, and report patient care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Comply with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, regulations, guidelines, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and other automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow the assigned visit schedule.
Respond to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and safeguard confidential patient and company information in accordance with HIPAA.
Explain the company’s scope of services and related patient 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.
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, and monitor lines while educating patients on infection prevention and routine care.