RN Nurse/Infusion Nurse

UBMD Physicians Group•Buffalo, NY

4d•$0 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) / Infusion Nurse plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within the Neurology Department. This position is responsible for providing and coordinating clinical care activities, administering infusion therapies, supporting complex treatment plans, and offering education and emotional support to patients and their families. The RN ensures that patients with neurological conditions receive compassionate, comprehensive, and timely healthcare services in accordance with established clinical standards.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program.
Current, active New York State (NYS) Registered Nurse license.
Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient or specialty clinic setting.
Minimum of one (1) year infusion experience required.
Current CPR certification.
Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year chemotherapy infusion experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in and supports all aspects of patient care with emphasis on patient response, safety, and comfort.
Performs clinical triage and ensures timely follow-up on medical concerns, referrals, and diagnostic testing.
Plans, modifies, and implements evidence-based nursing interventions and communicates care plans clearly to patients and families.
Accurately updates and maintains patient electronic medical records (EMR) in a timely and efficient manner.
Ensures all documentation meets regulatory and organizational standards.
Develops, implements, and monitors individualized nursing care plans for high-risk patients.
Provides education on neurological conditions, medications, and treatment expectations.
Facilitates referrals, distributes educational materials, and recommends community support services as appropriate.
Inserts, monitors, manages, and removes IV lines for a variety of neurological infusion therapies.
Monitors patients for adverse reactions during infusions and initiates appropriate interventions.
Safely administers medications and documents all treatments according to policy.
Performs venipuncture, blood collection, and proper specimen preparation for laboratory testing.
Clarifies medical plans of care and responds to patient questions via phone, email, and in person.
Provides supportive guidance and ensures patients fully understand treatment instructions.
Escorts patients to exam rooms and assists with maintaining efficient, timely patient flow throughout the clinic.
Monitors inventory of medical supplies and communicates needs to the Nurse Manager.
Ensures emergency medical equipment is regularly checked, maintained, and ready for use.
Adheres to all clinical protocols, infection-control procedures, and safety guidelines.
Participates in team meetings, continuing education, and quality-improvement initiatives as needed.