Registered Nurse - Outpatient Infusion (Full Time)
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in Outpatient Infusion Services delivers comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care. The nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans to support quality and safety; educates patients and families; coordinates care with multidisciplinary teams; and delegates tasks to support staff. The role follows organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices, and promotes collaborative communication to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. The position requires an associate’s degree in nursing and 0–2 years of nursing or relevant-area experience. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience must be paid and in the same related field; part-time and PRN experience is prorated, while volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Required credentials include a current, active Registered Nurse license and Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Additional certifications may apply based on the assigned area. This is a full-time day-shift position with Outpatient Infusion Services in Morehead, Kentucky.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing.
- 0–2 years of experience in nursing or a relevant area.
- Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
- Experience must be paid and in the same related field; part-time and PRN experience is prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit do not count.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
- Depending on the assigned area: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI), NIH Stroke Scale Certified, Oncology Nurse Certified (AOCN, BMTCN, CPHON, CPON, CBCN, OCN), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), TNCC or BTLS, or Mental Health Nurse Certified.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and screenings, documenting findings and changes in condition using standard tools and protocols.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Safely administer medications and treatments, and monitor their effectiveness and any adverse reactions.
- Educate patients and families about care, treatment, and identified risks, ensuring understanding and documenting outcomes.
- Apply knowledge of disease management, clinical interventions, and specialty procedures relevant to the assigned work area.
- Document patient care activities, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Model service excellence and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet quality, safety, and patient-centered care goals, and participate in process improvement initiatives.
- Maintain required licensure and certifications, complete mandatory competencies and training, and engage in ongoing professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
