RN - Registered Nurse - Infusion - Per Diem
Geisinger · Danville, PA · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcarePart-time
Job Duties
- Join the Infusion Nursing team in Danville
- Flex schedule, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM M-F
- Responsibility for care in patients' homes for infusions
- Home health, IV experience preferred
Position Details
- Responsible for coordinating and delivering comprehensive infusion therapy services in various settings
- Manage referrals, verify clinical and administrative requirements, and provide direct patient care, education, and case management
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care
- Coordinate intake and referral processes, verify demographics, clinical history, authorizations, and consents
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on thorough patient assessments, including venous system evaluation
- Prepare and administer infusion medications using aseptic technique; perform vascular access procedures and lab draws
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapy protocols, equipment use, and vascular access care
- Monitor therapy progress, adjust care plans, and communicate with providers to ensure optimal outcomes
- Coordinate care and communicate effectively with providers, pharmacists, internal departments, and external healthcare teams to ensure continuity and quality care
- Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and ensure compliance with clinical protocols and accrediting standards
- Respond to patient and caregiver concerns, escalating issues appropriately to ensure resolution
- Participate in the development of infusion protocols, patient education materials, and quality improvement initiatives
- Supports 24/7 care coverage through participation in on-call rotations, including weekends and holidays
- Collect and analyze clinical data to inform care decisions and contribute to the evaluation of advanced care models
- Travel to patient homes and clinical sites to deliver infusion therapy, provide infusion related patient care, and perform patient teaching/assessments
- Provide clinical oversight and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses, ensuring adherence to care standards and supporting professional development
Work Environment
- Typically performed in a clinical environment
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of RN work experience
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania