RN / Registered Nurse - Infusion
About The Position
Amerita is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide specialty infusion care to patients in their homes. The nurse provides one-to-one care and administers specialty therapies, including immunoglobulin therapy, IV antibiotics, enteral and total parenteral nutrition, anti-inflammatory biologics, inotropes, clotting factor, and other specialty medications. The position is based in Monmouth Junction and involves regular travel to patients’ homes, with 100% travel required. The schedule is Monday through Friday with an on-call rotation; weekend shifts are available. Amerita is part of BrightSpring Health Services and provides complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services outside the hospital setting. The company describes its work environment as supportive, ethical, and customer-focused, with competitive compensation, benefits, and fulfilling work. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.
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.
- Meet company standards for driving record and driver age requirement.
- Ability to perform the role’s physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, crouching, stooping, and typing; ability to push, pull, lift, and carry 10–30 pounds.
- Regular driving to patients’ homes is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Previous infusion and home health care experience.
- Extensive IV therapy experience.
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.
- Follow INS and IgNS standards of practice, CDC guidelines, nursing standards and scope 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
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account savings accounts.
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Employee discounts.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid time off and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
