Travel RN Infusion - $1,930 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Infusion for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. Specialty: Infusion. Discipline: RN. Employment Type: Travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the need for infusion therapy or PICC placement
• Insert, maintain, and care for PICC lines and other central venous access devices, ensuring patient safety and minimizing complications
• Administer IV medications, fluids, and other treatments as prescribed, ensuring proper techniques for infusions and monitoring patient response
• Monitor patient responses during and after infusions, adjusting care plans as needed based on clinical progress or side effects
• Provide patient and family education on PICC care, infusion therapy, and managing potential complications at home
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to coordinate care, manage patient symptoms, and ensure continuity of care across settings
• Assess for and prevent complications related to infusion therapy, including infection
• Document all nursing interventions, patient responses, and care plans in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with healthcare regulations and best practices
• Ensure adherence to infection control and safety protocols, including proper handling and disposal of equipment
• Manage a caseload of patients, ensuring timely visits and updates while maintaining quality and patient satisfaction

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an RN in an infusion setting
• Current BLS certification
• Eligible for state licensure
• Additional certifications may be required
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods; capable of bending, stooping, and lifting with proper body mechanics
• Autonomous, organized, compassionate with excellent interpersonal skills