RN INFUSION NURSE -PRN RHEUMATOLOGY CLEVELAND - $1000 SIGN ON BONUS

GALEN MEDICAL GROUP PC•Cleveland, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Galen Medical Group is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide infusion care in its Cleveland rheumatology clinic. The nurse collaborates with providers to determine patient needs and support the delivery of quality medical care. This PRN role fills specific staffing needs and leaves in the Cleveland Infusion Lab. The posting offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $500 at start and $500 upon completion of six months.

Requirements

Bachelor's or associate degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited institution.
Active RN license in Tennessee or another participating compact state.
Maintain current BLS and ACLS training and certification.
One to two years of nursing experience in IV therapy.
Experience in an outpatient clinical setting treating patients with chronic medical issues.
Ability to document efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Experience educating patients with chronic conditions.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, attend to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others professionally.
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
Team player who provides excellent customer service and efficiently assesses patient needs.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Interview patients and measure vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
Insert IVs, administer medications, and continuously monitor infusion patients.
Monitor patients for adverse reactions and ensure tubing, bandages, and needles remain in place.
Collect patient data accurately and ensure it is transferred correctly to patient charts.
Perform EKGs, venipuncture, venous access, and in-house laboratory procedures.
Perform phlebotomy as needed according to standard procedures.
Complete laboratory requisitions and charge billing.
Provide health education at the patient's level of understanding.
Perform duties in compliance with clinical policies and OSHA standards.
Maintain adequate supplies at the infusion site and keep the work area clean and neat.
Help develop and promote clinical policies and procedures, and recommend improvements to clinical systems.
Assist other personnel as assigned and as workload permits.
Use supplies and equipment cost-effectively.
Maintain confidentiality of company records and patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
Promote Galen Medical Group's mission, vision, and values; represent the organization professionally and provide excellent customer service.
Participate in performance and continuous quality improvement activities, staff meetings, and in-services as directed.
Manage multiple responsibilities and complete assignments efficiently and on time.
Comply with organization policies and applicable HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA standards.