NP/PA - Infusion Therapy - Infusion (23205)

SCHOOLCRAFT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL•Manistique, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The NP/PA Infusion Therapy Provider delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals receiving IV infusion treatments for acute and chronic conditions. This role requires advanced clinical skills, strong assessment abilities, and the capacity to work independently while supporting a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited APRN or PA program.
Board Certified.
NP or PA with a current license to practice in the State of Michigan.
Current DEA license.
BLS, ACLS and PALS certified.
2 years NP/PA experience OR 3 years RN experience in oncology, ICU, ER, or infusion settings
Strong IV and clinical assessment skills, excellent communication, organizational abilities, and EMR proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Prior outpatient or infusion center experience
Ability to work independently and manage multiple patients
Experience with infusion center operations and hazardous drug safety

Responsibilities

Participates in the development, execution, and periodic review of written policies and protocols governing the services of SMH’s Infusion Suite.
Oversee infusion therapies, including but not limited to (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, blood products, antibiotics, supportive infusions) in compliance with safety protocols.
Reviews and cosigns outside provider referrals/infusion orders and coordinates with the ordering physician to facilitate safe and accurate patient care
Monitor patient response, manage acute infusion reactions, and escalate care as needed.
Prescribes supportive medications to manage treatment side effects, including severe nausea, fever, pain, etc., while the patient is present in the infusion suite.
Evaluates and orders interventions for central line complications, including port malfunctions, infections, and suspected extravasations.
Perform patient and family centered IV infusion care for a range of conditions, including oncology, rheumatology, neurology, and other specialty therapies.
Infusion Care provider will use EMR/CPOE in a timely manner for all patient-related actions.
Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and patient progress.
Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic conditions, including infusion-related complications and treatment-related toxicities.
Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests (i.e. CBC and hepatic panels) to ensure patient safety.
Prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice.
Provide patient education on treatment plans, expected side effects, and symptom management.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other team members to coordinate care.
Display good interpersonal skills with patients and families as well as staff members.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Comply with the standards set forth for the Infusion Therapy Provider designation.
Maintain necessary accreditation on required certifications.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to hospital/clinic policies and safety standards.
Serve as a patient advocate, addressing concerns and ensuring timely communication with prescribers.
Attend monthly Medical Staff meetings.
Demonstrate appropriateness in meeting objectives in age-specifics.
Assists with Hospitalist Assistant on Med Surg when able.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising Physician and/or Administration.