PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Naven Health•Haverhill, MA

21d•$45 - $74

About The Position

An Infusion Nurse I is a licensed registered nurse who provides basic direct patient care to patients in their homes or at alternate infusion sites. The nurse works under very close direct supervision and provides safe, continuous care in accordance with a physician’s plan of care. The role includes assessing patients, administering treatments and medications, educating patients and caregivers, documenting care, and coordinating with clinical teams and medical providers. The nurse may travel throughout the assigned service area and participate in on-call responsibilities as applicable.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
Minimum of 0–2 years of infusion nursing experience.
Current CPR certification; an in-person class is required by company policy.
Demonstrated competency in patient care standards for safe service delivery and infusion skills applicable to agency programs and service needs.
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, with the ability to use nursing technology tools to communicate and document care.
Ability to travel 100% of the time for business purposes.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds; performing CPR and related emergency response duties; and carrying out the listed physical activities.
Ability to use required safety equipment, including 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 year of previous RN experience in a home health or acute care setting.
Advanced certification and training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Initiate, develop, and implement basic nursing plans of care; evaluate patient progress and modify treatment in response to changes in status and physician orders.
Assess patient needs and physical status at each visit, reassess response to therapy, obtain or clarify physician orders, promptly report significant changes, and provide written summaries to physicians as required.
Provide direct patient care, perform treatments, administer medications, and educate patients and families or caregivers.
Teach patients and caregivers using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care needs.
Communicate effectively and promptly with Naven Health’s clinical team, medical providers, patients, and caregivers to support continuity of care.
Prepare clinical documentation in real time during visits and submit it within established timelines, following documentation policies and practices.
Under close supervision, coordinate discharge planning, prepare discharge summaries and patient instructions, and report patient needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
Comply with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, applicable regulations and guidelines, and accreditation standards.
Use computers and other automation technologies to validate treatment orders, communicate care provided, and follow the assigned visit schedule.
Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
Maintain ethical and professional conduct and protect the confidentiality of patient and company information, including compliance with HIPAA.
Explain Naven Health’s scope of services and instruct patients about their plan of care.
Complete required training, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and professional licensure.
Provide oversight and coordination of 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 other nurses as assigned.
Participate in nursing on-call responsibilities as applicable.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.