RN / Registered Nurse - Infusion
About The Position
Amerita is a specialty infusion company that provides complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside the hospital. This home infusion nursing role provides one-to-one care to specialty infusion patients in their homes. Medications administered may include immunoglobulin therapy, IV antibiotics, enteral and total parenteral nutrition, anti-inflammatory biologics, inotropes, clotting factor, and other specialty medications. The role requires regular driving to patients’ homes and participation in an on-call rotation. The position is based in Basking Ridge, with a schedule that includes Monday through Friday and weekend availability. The salary range is USD $50.00–$55.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Valid nursing license in the state or states of practice.
- At least one year of experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Current CPR certification.
- Flexible schedule and availability to work a variety of shift models.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Must meet company standards for driving record and driver age requirement.
- Regular driving to patients’ homes is required; travel is listed as 100%.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
- Previous infusion and home health care experience preferred.
- Extensive IV therapy experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess assigned patients and establish and implement their plans of care.
- Follow policies and procedures governing infusion nursing and pharmacy services, as well as applicable state laws and regulations.
- Adhere to INS and IgNS standards of practice, CDC guidelines, applicable scopes and standards of practice, and the American Nurses Association code of ethics.
- Collaborate with pharmacy staff, sales partners, ordering providers, and patients to develop and monitor therapy goals.
- Complete patient-care documentation at the place of service, including patients’ homes or AIS.
- Manage vascular access devices, including inserting peripheral infusion devices and drawing laboratory samples through peripheral venipuncture.
- Educate patients and caregivers.
- Evaluate progress toward goals and recommend changes to physicians based on patients’ needs.
- Coordinate nursing care with home health and other community agencies as indicated.
- Participate in the on-call rotation according to branch protocol.
- Submit monthly expense reports tracking mileage and other incidental expenses.
- Complete annual competencies and mandatory training by assigned due dates.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee discounts.
- Fair and competitive compensation.
- High-quality, affordable benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
