Travel RN Infusion - $2,179 per week
TotalMed · Boston, MA · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareInternship
About the role
As an RN Infusion/PICC Nurse, you will provide specialized nursing care to patients requiring infusion therapy and/or PICC line management. With a focus on patient safety, comfort, and education, you will play a key role in managing complex therapies such as intravenous (IV) infusions, chemotherapy, and long-term antibiotic therapy.
TotalMed RN Job ID #1509521. Posted job title: Infusion-PICC - Infusion-PICC RN - Travel Nurse.
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
- BLS certification
- At least one year of experience as an RN in an infusion setting
- 3 years of experience (as indicated in the Requirements section)
- Eligible for state licensure
- Additional certifications may be