PRN Home Infusion Nurse

Job Summary

The staff nurse acts as a resource to referral sources and community home health agencies on issues related to infusion therapies provided to patients by the franchised pharmacy. The staff nurse, as permitted by state licensure regulations, may also provide direct patient care to infusion therapy patients, and is responsible to assess actual and potential patient problems, as well as planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in coordination with the registered pharmacist. The staff nurse has an active patient education role and interacts extensively with the pharmacy staff to plan and implement patient scheduling, deliveries, and clinical assessment. The infusion nurse may have the expanded clinical practice of inserting PICC lines. Additional qualifications must be satisfied to perform this invasive procedure. This position reports to the Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

• Required: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in good standing with the State Board of Nursing
• Required: A minimum of three (3) years clinical experience
• Required: a minimum of one (1) year experience in acute care (Emergency Department, ICU, NICU, IV Team, Outpatient)
• Required: Excellent interactive skills with employees, physicians, referral sources, and consumers
• Required: Managing a Case Load and Proficient in Managing an Electronic Calendar such as Microsoft Outlook.
• Required for PICC Insertion RNs: Personal liability insurance with additional training premium. Expanded clinical practice in the insertion of PICC lines includes: state board of nursing scope of practice compliance, completion of an INS approved PICC course, clinical shadowing experience with an active PICC team when possible, and participation in an INS accepted infusion standard PICC preceptorship program with the supervision of no less than eight (8) PICC’s.
• Preferred: Home Health Care Experience, IV certification (i.e., CRNI) or other infusion-related certification Preferred: Nursing management experience

Physical Requirements

Task Examples

-May require lifting over 20 lb. Lifting patient supply bags/tote boxes

-May require bending during patient procedures Inserting catheters while bending over supine patient

-May require frequent use of computer keyboard Data entry, patient documentation, label preparations, etc. Will require use of latex products unless nonlatex is provided for known sensitivities Clean and sterile gloves; latex injection ports

-May require moderate to extensive driving Patient visits in outlying areas Essential Job Functions

-Perform infusion nursing related procedures within patient homes and ambulatory infusion center environments in compliance with regulatory and industry standards and organizational policies and procedures.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to initiating IV therapy, including review of medical history, provider orders, and contraindications.
• Initiate, monitor, and discontinue intravenous infusions, including fluids, medications, and specialty therapies, in accordance with established clinical protocols and physician orders.
• Demonstrate proficiency in venipuncture and IV insertion techniques to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Monitor patients during and after IV therapy for adverse reactions or complications and intervene appropriately.
• Provide patient education regarding IV therapy treatments, potential side effects, and post-treatment care instructions.
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, patient responses, and outcomes on paper documentation records and electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Maintain IV therapy equipment, supplies, and a clean, safe clinical environment.
• Respond promptly to patient needs, questions, and concerns, promoting a positive and supportive care experience.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and ongoing competency training as required.

Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour

Physical Setting:

• Hospital

Experience:

• Home infusion: 3 years (Required) or equivalent experience

License/Certification:

• Licensed Registered Nurse

Work Location: In person