REGISTERED NURSE INFUSION/RHEUMATOLOGY - PT (Mon/Tues/Wed)

General Summary

Provides patient care in an outpatient infusion setting; including preparing and administering infusion medications following established standards and practices.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Schedule patients for infusions per physician orders.
• Performs nursing duties, history and physical, vital signs to prepare patient for infusion.
• Prepare and Administer infusion medications as directed; including starting IVs
• Monitor patients while receiving treatments. Take vitals periodically during infusion.
• Educate patients on procedures, medications, signs/symptoms of reactions, etc.
• Works closely with physicians to follow treatment plan for patient. Communicate with physicians regarding patient symptoms, any possible reaction, dosing, etc.
• Responds to incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and caregivers regarding medications and treatment.
• Affords assistance with monitoring supply inventory and drug orders as needed
• Affords assistance with ensuring infusion pumps are maintained and in working order
• Affords assistance with ensuring cleanliness of infusion room
• Completes and ensures accuracy of patient charts. Accurately complete and submit charges in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Previous infusion experience preferred. Skills in IV access.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.
• Ability to multi-task and work together in a fast-paced team environment.
• Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
• Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
• Adheres to all Toledo Clinic policies and procedures.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Current RN license.
• Current Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Part-time, Monday (9-3), Tuesday (8-4), Wednesday (8-4), and Thursdays as needed. No evenings, weekends, or holidays!