GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A Registered Nurse for Home Infusion inserts, monitors and removes an IV used to give medications, blood products and nutrition to a patient. During the IV therapy, the nurse monitors the patient for adverse reactions and ensures that the tubing, bandages and needle stay in place. When a patient needs blood levels checked, an IV nurse performs a veinous phlebotomy. During the entire IV therapy process, the nurse obtains sets of vital signs, completes the physical assessment and review of systems, documents all patient-related activities and records the medications she uses.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
- IV certification & experience in central line care and management required.
- Current state RN license required with a minimum of two years nursing experience. RN license in other states a plus
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Experience with medical terminology is preferred.
- Home care, critical care, emergency nursing, AIC or hospital discharge planning experience.
- Incumbent should have some experience in staffing and should be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task as well as good communicative and interpersonal skills.
- Basic level skill in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Willing to travel to see patients in the homes, and in other health care facilities.
- Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers, including meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
QUALIFICATION PREFERRED
- Bachelor’s degree
- Registered Nurse Degree and Licensed
- CPR certification required
- Experience with medical terminology is preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates the basic knowledge and judgment to utilize the nursing process to schedule nursing visits in accordance with RX’s and established protocols.
- Coordinates SOC and ongoing nursing visits and confirms scheduled visits with both patient and Nursing Agency/RN.
- Assures schedule is sent out via email to team members.
- Responsible for following up on and entering Therapy Admin reports and emailing to team involved.
- Reviews all nurses notes for content and accuracy and completion without omitting necessary information such as drugs given, drug dosing and time of administration.
- Continual communication with families, supervisors and field personnel, agencies regarding problems and/or special needs of both the patient.
- Responsible to communicate all problems and reportable situations to the referring MD and appropriate MD office administrator and to Biomatrix nursing
- Computer functions including but not limited to input, reports, searches, schedules.
- Communicates patient/employee information to answering services when necessary.
- Has read and understands company compliance paperwork and videotapes.
- Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and with the highest ethical standards.
- Coordinates staffing in a timely manner while also adhering to confidentiality and ethics as discussed in the compliance program 100% of the time.
- Insert intravenous cannulas; administer prescribed intravenous solutions, medications; monitor & maintain infusion sites & system; evaluate responses to prescribed therapy.
- Teach patients & caregivers to perform & monitor administration of Home Infusion as prescribed.
- Prepare clinical records, care plans, progress notes for each patient visit.
- Coordinate schedule of patient visits & phone calls.
- Works in patients place of residence.
- Drive as assigned within state.
- Prior experience in Home Infusion Therapy is preferred. PICC/Port/Midline experience and certification is preferred.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work extra hours if needed.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Performs related duties as requested.
- Participates in quality assurance activities and audits as directed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
- Provides professional nursing care within the department
- Coordinates care planning with other disciplines
- Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical general aspects of care
- Determines priorities of care based on physical psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system
- Communicates regarding changes in patient status, symptomatology results of diagnostic studies
- Responds quickly accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment
- Excellent verbal skills and Good written skills
- Excellent Customer Service skills
- Must be able to develop caring relationships with their patients and treat them with respect and empathy.
- Possess medical-surgical experience or knowledge in phlebotomy and venous access, both of which deal with the collection of blood.
- Must be able to work independently, as well as on a team.
- Must teach the patient how to properly care for their IV or PICC line and be able to communicate with patients clearly while giving instructions.
- Ability to work under high levels of stress, know how to handle critical situations in the home.
Communication Skills
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in pt. case discussion
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Computer Skills
- Become and remain proficient is all programs necessary for execution.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position requires driving to patient homes and other HC facilities, walking, sitting, standing, kneeling or stooping.
- This position requires the use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects and the ability to reach with hands and arms.
- This position requires constant talking and hearing.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- This position must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- Required to move/lift physical hardware.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
OTHER
- Will participate in legal and ethical compliance training each year.
- Will consistently behave in compliance with the BioMatrix, LLC’s legal and ethical policies and procedures.
- Will abide by the policies of BioMatrix, LLC as set forth in the Compliance Manual.
- Will not participate in any conduct considered to be unethical or illegal.
EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Supports the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: integrity, dedication, compassion, enrichment and enthusiasm.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, patients, employees, or others).
