Infusion Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Sarasota Arthritis Center Per Diem Position

This is a per diem position with fluctuating workload based on seasonal demand. The role will rotate across all three Sarasota Arthritis Center locations: Bradenton, Sarasota, and Venice. Our standard weekly schedule is Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Receives patients, explains procedures, checks vital signs, and administers therapy, monitors reactions, and reports to physicians.
• Prepares, administers, and documents biologic and specialty infusions in accordance with provider orders, protocol, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Recognizes, responds to, and escalates infusion reactions or adverse events in alignment with SAC protocols.
• Maintains proficiency in IV insertion, venipuncture, and vascular access management.
• Receives orders from physicians and schedules appointments for patients.
• Provides care in emergency situations (with outside assistance) if required. Communicates with covering physician.
• Unpacks and logs medical supplies, medications and re-stocks areas as needed.
• Prepares for appointments making sure all appropriate labs, prior infusion flowsheets, imaging are completed and in patient chart
• Appropriately interacts with patients, providers, and other staff
• Documents all interactions, communications with patients, plan of treatment (POT), and billing codes accurately in patient charts.
• Performs delegated duties consistent with the scope of practice and those assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with state licensure required.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience with training in infusion therapy
• BLS/CPR certified
• Knowledge of medical office systems and procedures, EMR, and state laws
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Ability to sit, stand, bend and reach for long periods of time, and lift up to 50 pounds periodically
• Friendly, team player, excellent collaborator, and communicator