IV Technician

IV Nutrition • Overland Park, KS

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for administering the application of intravenous vitamins. The IV tech will administer vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly to the patient’s body to optimize health and wellness.

Requirements

• Credentialed as either an RN (Registered Nurse), EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), Paramedic, ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing), or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Electronic Medical Records and Anatomy, Medical Terminology and Medical Practice Functions
• Strong Venous Access Skills with the Ability to Access Peripheral Veins
• 2 years minimum of Vascular Access or Infusion Experience needed
• Strong Venous Access Skills Including Ability to Access Peripheral Veins
• Excellent Intravenous Catheter Placements Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Written and Verbal Communication
• Customer Service
• Patient Confidentiality
• Stress Management
• Multi- tasking
• Self-Motivation
• Self-Management
• Problem-solving
• Time Management
• Independent Judgment
• Resilience
• Perseverance
• Organization
• Patient Care
• Flexibility
• Dependability and Reliability
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to meet all performance standards of the position and continually learn in the position.

Responsibilities

• Administer IV’s and run fluid therapy for the intravenous process.
• Monitor the client’s response to treatment.
• Manage and prevent infections.
• Assess the client’s physical health including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, etc.
• Identify contradictions to intravenous therapy for the client.
• Take client’s vitals as needed.
• Documents interactions and communication with clients regarding therapy services, assessment, and responses/reactions to treatment.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree