Infusion RN, Rheumatology

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are a private Rheumatology Practice looking for an  Infusion RN to join our team One day a week 9am-4pm

 

General Accountabilities

 

• Oversees patient and nursing scheduling.
• Prepares medications and infusions according to doctors’ orders.
• Starts and monitors infusions.
• Adheres to aseptic technique.
• Correctly document time line, vital signs, treatment and medications, to include any side effects or reactions during administration of drug.
• Maintains a safe and quiet environment for the patients.
• Tends to patients comfort and needs during infusions.
• Assist in the expedient turnover of medication administration.
• Serves as a resource person when the need arises.
• Complete charge tickets in EHR with correct dosing.
• Makes follow up infusion appointments.
• Maintains confidentiality of records.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Write procedures for the Infusion area and create a procedure manual for that area.

Job Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited program of Registered Nursing.
• Current State Nursing license required.
• 1 to 2 years previous nursing experience in medical setting and starting infusion line, drawing medications and monitoring infusion patients.
• Must demonstrate competency with basic medical procedures related to nursing.
• Knowledge of rheumatology and treatment options necessary to educate patients and ascertain problems is a plus
• CPR Certified.

Skills

• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in IM, sub-cutaneous and intra-dermal injections.
• All medical skills and knowledge required of a Registered Nurse.
• Able to be friendly, helpful and courteous to patients and on the phone.
• Ability to identify specific parts of the medical record and identify where they should be located in the record.
• Ability to understand and perform duties of position
• Able to complete a complex variety of tasks in an organized manner.
• Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures relating to position.
• Ability to look ahead and plan work schedule accordingly.
• Able to treat patients and staff with consideration and respect.

Company DescriptionFalls Medical Specialists is a small multi specialty private practice.Company DescriptionFalls Medical Specialists is a small multi specialty private practice.

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