Experienced Home Infusion RN - Independent Patient Care

Infusion Ventures; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Infusion Ventures in the United States is seeking an experienced infusion nurse to administer therapies and monitor patients in home care settings. You will educate families, collaborate with physicians and pharmacists, and tailor care plans to individual needs.

The role emphasizes thorough patient assessments, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional development to stay current with industry guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years nursing experience.
• Excellent IV skills and a passion for working with patients.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a home care setting.
• Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
• Candidates must have excellent IV skills and enjoy working with patients.
• Successful candidates will likely develop a steady caseload of grateful and satisfied patients.
• Previous experience in critical care areas preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in hospital infusion therapy, home infusion therapy preferred.
• Certification in infusion therapy (CRNI) is a plus.
• Preferred area of expertise to include pediatrics and adult medical care.

Responsibilities

• Administer infusion therapies, including IVIG, monoclonal antibodies, enzyme replacement, and clotting factor, following physician orders and established protocols.
• Assess and monitor patients during infusion therapy to ensure safety and efficacy.
• Educate patients and their families on infusion therapy procedures, potential side effects, and self-care practices.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Provide comprehensive patient assessments, including physical and psychosocial factors, to tailor care to individual needs.
• Document patient care activities, treatment plans, and outcomes promptly and accurately.
• Participate in continuous professional development to stay abreast of industry trends, guidelines, and best practices.

Skills

IV skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Independent worker

EHR documentation

Home care experience

Critical thinking

Education

RN license

CRNI certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Infusion Ventures in the United States is seeking an experienced infusion nurse to administer therapies and monitor patients in home care settings. You will educate families, collaborate with physicians and pharmacists, and tailor care plans to individual needs.

The role emphasizes thorough patient assessments, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional development to stay current with industry guidelines.