Home Infusion Nurse Contractor - Waco, Texas Area
Heritage Specialty Pharmacy · Lees Summit, MO · 3 wk ago
Hybrid$50/hrFull-time
Position OverviewWe are an established specialty home infusion pharmacy seeking motivated, experienced professionals to join our team in the role of Infusion Nurse as a 1099 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. The ideal candidate(s) will reside in and be willing to travel during the weekday (no weekends) throughout the designated service area. Infusion Nurses are responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and providing in‑home infusion services for specialty medications dispensed by the pharmacy. In this role, you will deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered infusion care in the home setting while collaborating closely with pharmacists, prescribers, and care teams to ensure safe and effective therapy.This opportunity is ideal for nurses who value autonomy, flexible scheduling, and meaningful one‑on‑one patient care, particularly for patients with complex and rare disease states. Key ResponsibilitiesPerform skilled nursing visits in the home setting for infusion and specialty therapiesInitiate, monitor, and discontinue IV and SQ therapies, including peripheral, butterfly, subcutaneous, and implanted port accessAdminister specialty infusion medications in accordance with physician orders and pharmacy protocolsProvide comprehensive patient and caregiver education related to infusion therapy, medication administration, and safetyAssess patients for therapeutic response, complications, and adverse reactionsCoordinate and schedule home infusion visits in alignment with pharmacy deliveries and patient availabilityServe as a communication liaison between pharmacy staff, patients, and prescribing providersAdvocate for patients, including those with rare and complex disease statesComplete visit documentation accurately and within required timeframesAdhere to all professional nursing standards, infection prevention practices, and applicable regulatory requirementsMaintain an active, unrestricted nursing license in the state(s) of practice Required QualificationsAssociate degree or higher in NursingMinimum two (2) years of home infusion and/or specialty pharmacy nursing experienceDemonstrated proficiency with IV starts, central line care, and infusion devicesExperience administering IVIG, SCIG, and other specialty infusion medicationsCurrent BLS certification (hands‑on)Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and patient education skillsKnowledge of standard clinical procedures, nursing rules, and regulationsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong understanding of medical terminology and infusion supplies used in the home settingExcellent organizational and time management skillsReliable transportation and ability to travel within the assigned service areaAbility to work independently in a home‑based environment Professional & Regulatory ExpectationsIndependent contract nurses are expected to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, professional nursing standards, and organizational policies related to home infusion services. This includes, but is not limited to:Safe medication administration and infusion practicesInfection prevention and controlAccurate and timely clinical documentationPatient identification and therapy verificationReporting of adverse events, reactions, or safety concernsProtection of patient rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance Independent Contractor RequirementsAbility to work as a 1099 Independent ContractorProfessional liability (malpractice) insurance, or willingness to obtainCompliance with credentialing, background checks, and health requirements Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract, PRN, Per diemWork Location: Hybrid remote in Waco, TX 76708Rate: $50 per hour Apply online at: https://heritagebiologics.com/careers/ Heritage Specialty Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, and local laws.