Infusion LPN

About the Role

Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C. (AARA) is the largest private Rheumatology practice in the United States, with over 60 providers, 15 sites, and 350 employees. We are seeking an ambitious, friendly, positive, and compassionate Infusion Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Infusion Team. The Infusion LPN serves as the clinical assistant to the Infusion Registered Nurse, working alongside Infusion RNs in the Infusion suites to assist AARA’s patients.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and sign in Infusion patients according to established protocols
• Schedule or reschedule Infusion patient appointments, if necessary
• Assist with charting and recording infusion vitals/administration
• Perform verbal pre-infusion questionnaire with patient
• Obtain vitals including weight on patient prior to beginning infusion, during infusion, and at discontinuation
• Draw labs at the appropriate AARA / LSARA protocols for any medications given whether IV/Injection
• Administer injections as ordered
• Insertion and removal of IV and correct documentation of procedure
• Administer pre-mixed medications
• Maintain sterile environment at all times
• Maintain drug inventory and medical supply stock
• Obtain external medical orders and records for patients as needed for outside physicians
• Respond and comply to requests for information
• Ensure Infusion clinical suite area is well maintained, neat, and clean
• Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality
• BLS Certification

Requirements

• Valid LPN license in good standing
• High-level dedication to excellent patient care, office teamwork, detail, and accuracy
• Good oral and written communication skills, computer skills, flexibility, dependability, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office environment
• BLS Certified

Desirable qualifications include general clerical experience or knowledge and IV experience.