Home Infusion RN

Job Overview

The Part-time Home Infusion RN provides direct care to clients in their home. They instruct and supervise the client and/or significant other in the safe administration of the appropriate therapy. They instruct in the safe storage and disposal of supplies, potential side effects, etc., and supervise as well as evaluate during the course of therapy. They start, restart, and maintain IV access devices, as required.

Qualifications

• Current licensure by the New Jersey Board of Nursing as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Completion of an IV certification course required.
• Previous home infusion experience required.
• Successful completion of all orientation programs.
• Ability to lift patients and equipment.
• Must be able to perform and fulfill on-call requirements.

Scheduling Requirements

• Part-Time employment of 22 hours per week.
• 8 Hour shifts 3 days a week (Must be available for a Monday or Friday shift)
• Work is performed in private homes.
• Potential exposure to biomedical/hazardous waste; potential for puncture wounds. Exposure to all climates.
• Part-time RN will be on-call 2 days per month, which includes 1 weekend every 2 months.
• RN will be on-call one holiday.

Essential Functions

• All patient related departments, patients, families, visitors, nursing personnel and medical staff.
• Always calls the patient the night before to schedule a visit.
• Will notify patient if running late or will not meet the agreed upon time set.
• Arranges with the pharmacy for needed supplies, including medications as well as pick-up of sharps containers.
• Arrives to work on time.
• Attends ongoing continuing education presentations to keep current with certifications and up to date on home infusion therapies.
• Communicates in a timely manner with Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor to ensure continuity of care every day.
• Leaves report daily.
• Communicates with physicians to report client's response to therapy, clarification, and updating orders.
• Completes UORs when appropriate.
• Completes time sheets and expense vouchers within appropriate time frames.
• Conducts initial assessment, evaluation/teaching, completing all necessary documentation and returning it to the office within one week of visit.
• Educates the patient and/or caregiver on the administration of the prescribed therapy, side effects of the medication, potential complications of access device and use of equipment.
• Follows current guidelines for infection control and waste disposal recommended by the CDC as verified through infection control logs.
• Follows policy and procedures.
• Maintains vehicle safety while engaging the use of cell phone, eg: using hand free device, and obeys all local ordinances.
• Obtains physician orders for discontinuing home infusion therapy if appropriate or required and generates the order in the chart.
• Recognizes those inappropriately assigned to home infusion therapy, and notifies appropriate persons so alternative care can be provided.
• Remains knowledgeable regarding the action, side effects, adverse reactions and precautions relating to procedures and therapies administered.
• Reports to Nurse Manager any conditions not conducive of optimal patient care.
• Reviews Bill of Rights, gets consents signed, does fall assessment, reviews patient meds and completes profile with all patients.
• Schedules initial visit to coincide with the first scheduled home dose to be administered in the home setting and checks appropriate patient identifiers.
• Understands and adheres to the company policy and requirements.
• Willing to be cross trained or assist in other areas.
• Helps co-workers when appropriate.
• Willingness and flexible to work alternating work schedules on short notice.
• Supports management and does what is asked.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!