Infusion Registered Nurse

Gastromed, LLC.; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gastromed, LLC. in Coral Gables, FL is seeking an Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) to provide safe, high-quality infusion therapy in our outpatient center.

You will perform patient assessments, administer IV medications and biologics, monitor responses, and educate patients and caregivers to support excellent outcomes. The ideal candidate has an RN license in Florida, CPR/BLS, and at least 1 year of infusion experience; BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current Florida RN license required.
• BSN preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum one year of infusion therapy experience.
• PICC line training or experience preferred.
• Outpatient infusion, oncology, biologics, or home infusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after infusion therapy.
• Administer intravenous medications, biologics, hydration, and other prescribed therapies.
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access and assist with central line care as appropriate.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and respond according to established protocols.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding infusion treatments, medications, and potential side effects.
• Accurately document nursing assessments, treatments, and patient responses in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and clinical staff to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and nursing practice standards.
• Ensure infusion equipment and supplies are properly maintained and stocked.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education.

Skills

IV insertion

Patient assessment

Communication

Time management

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

RN license (FL)

BSN preferred

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

REPORTS TO: Infusion Center Coordinator / Practice Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing safe, high-quality infusion therapy and nursing care to patients in an outpatient infusion center. The RN performs patient assessments, administers infusion medications, monitors patient responses, educates patients and caregivers, and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum one (1) year of infusion therapy experience, including IV insertion and patient assessment.
• PICC line training or experience preferred.
• Previous outpatient infusion, oncology, biologics, or home infusion experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong IV insertion and venous access skills.
• Excellent patient assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of infection control and safe medication administration practices.
• Basic computer and EMR proficiency.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after infusion therapy.
• Administer intravenous medications, biologics, hydration, and other prescribed infusion therapies.
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access and assist with central line care as appropriate.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and respond according to established protocols.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding infusion treatments, medications, and potential side effects.
• Accurately document nursing assessments, treatments, and patient responses in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and clinical staff to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and nursing practice standards.
• Ensure infusion equipment and supplies are properly maintained and stocked.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education.