Paramedic/RN - PRN/Part Time IV Tech

POSITION DESCRIPTION

ROLE

This role is responsible for administering the application of intravenous vitamins. The IV tech will administer vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly to the patient’s body to optimize health and wellness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administer IV’s and run fluid therapy for the intravenous process.
• Monitor the client’s response to treatment.
• Manage and prevent infections.
• Absess the client’s physical health including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, etc.
• Identify contradictions to intravenous therapy for the client.
• Take client’s vitals as needed.
• Documents interactions and communication with clients regarding therapy services, assessment, and - responses/reactions to treatment.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Credentialed as either an RN (Registered Nurse), EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), Paramedic, ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing), or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 2 years minimum of Vascular Access or Infusion Experience needed
• SKILLS/ABILITIES: Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Electronic Medical Records and Anatomy, Medical Terminology and Medical Practice Functions, Strong Venous Access Skills with the Ability to Access Peripheral Veins, Excellent Intravenous Catheter Placements Skills, Attention to Detail, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Strong Written and Verbal Communication

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

• TALKING: Average Hearing
• REPETITIVE MOTION: Finger Dexterity
• AVERAGE VISION: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus with 20/20 vision (with or without the assistance of eyeglasses/contacts).
• PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and 100 pounds assisted as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for long periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will work eight (8) to ten (10) hour shifts Monday-Friday and five (5) to eight (8) hour weekend shifts. General clinic environment with climate control. Adequate lighting.