Registered Nurse - Infusion Center Non-Oncology

Job Description Assists the physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and physician access. Functions as the liaison between patients, staff, and physicians. Maintains efficient patient flow. Delivers direct patient care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with SMG policy. Collects lab specimens according to departmental guidelines and accurately labels specimens. Prioritizes patient care by implementing physician orders and nursing procedures. Ensures proper preparation for patient visits and prepares pertinent information needed for the visit. Effectively communicates problems, concerns or issues to the Office Supervisor/Manager appropriately and promptly. Assures all patients are correctly identified prior to providing and/or documenting care. Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR. Obtains vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, height & weight) accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR. Administers injections according to appropriate protocol and documents them accurately in EHR. Demonstrates telephone triage protocols and documents in EHR. Schedules appointments appropriately and accurately according to department guidelines. Adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste. Reviews and updates medication list in EHR. Demonstrates understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures. Accurately and completely documents known allergies in EHR. Enter orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR. Provides referrals and/or consult orders appropriately and timely in the PMS and EHR. Checks and maintains logs for emergency equipment according to policy. Facilitates transition of care to UCC/Hospital. Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment, troubleshoots and reports malfunctions promptly. General Job Functions Assists in ordering and maintaining of all supplies as assigned. Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules. Other duties as required. Physical Job Requirements Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration. Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration. Physical mobility, movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account. Physical agility, ability to maneuver body while in place. Dexterity of hands and fingers. Balance during climbing, bending and/or reaching. Endurance (e.g., continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking). Environmental Risks Chemicals, chemotherapy and fumes. Loud noises. Vibration. Extreme temperatures. Confined spaces. Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen. Magnetic fields. Radiation. Sharps. Latex. Blood‑borne pathogens. Contact with patients or patient specimens possible. Unplanned or unexpected exposure. Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. New Jersey State Nursing License and BLS certification required. 0 – 1 year experience; 2–4 years experience preferred. Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy. Use of problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills. Experience with standard office equipment (phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, e‑mail/voice mail) preferred. Experience with standard office technology in a Windows‑based environment preferred. Experience with patient care equipment preferred. Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred. Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed. Pay Range $43.61 - $54.52 Hourly. The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position. Equal Opportunity Employer Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit Health Management