Registered Nurse or Infusion Nurse

Place 2B Properties; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive clinical leadership

Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

Health, dental, vision, and additional

Job summary

BrightStar Care in Texarkana, TX is seeking an experienced Infusion Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled infusion therapy and in-home nursing care for patients in their residences.

You will administer IV medications, monitor responses, manage vascular access, perform assessments, educate patients and caregivers, and coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. This role requires local travel and may involve evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Current Texas RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience.
• Experience with IV therapy and vascular access management.
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Administer IV medications, hydration therapy, antibiotics, biologics and other infusions.
• Perform pre-, during, and post-infusion patient assessments.
• Monitor for adverse reactions and intervene as needed.
• Ensure safe medication handling, preparation, and disposal.
• Manage PICC lines, central lines, ports, and peripheral IVs.
• Complete nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, and care teams.
• Communicate changes and lab results to the team.
• Facilitate transitions of care and discharge planning.
• Obtain lab specimens and document results per protocol.
• Educate patients and caregivers on infusion therapies and disease management.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

IV therapy

Vascular access management

Nursing assessments

Care coordination

Patient education

Documentation and compliance

Time management

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Safety and infection control

Job description

Position Summary

BrightStar Care is seeking an experienced and compassionate Infusion Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled infusion therapy and nursing care to patients in the comfort of their homes. The Infusion RN is responsible for administering IV medications, monitoring patient responses to treatment, managing vascular access devices, performing patient assessments, coordinating care with providers, and educating patients and caregivers on infusion therapies and disease management.

The ideal candidate is clinically skilled, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Infusion Therapy

Administer IV medications, hydration therapy, antibiotics, biologics, immunoglobulins, and other prescribed infusion treatments.

Perform pre-infusion, ongoing, and post-infusion patient assessments.

Monitor patients for adverse reactions and intervene appropriately as needed.

Ensure safe medication handling, preparation, administration, and disposal practices.

Vascular Access Management

• PICC lines
• Central venous catheters
• Implanted ports
• Peripheral IVs

Perform dressing changes and line maintenance according to established protocols.

Identify and report signs of infection, infiltration, occlusion, or other complications.

Clinical Assessment & Patient Care

Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing evaluations.

Monitor vital signs and patient response to treatment.

Communicate significant findings and changes in condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members.

Develop and implement individualized plans of care.

Care Coordination

Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.

Ensure timely communication regarding therapy changes, lab results, and patient status.

Assist with transitions of care and discharge planning as appropriate.

Laboratory Services

Obtain ordered laboratory specimens through venipuncture or vascular access devices.

Process and document laboratory collections according to agency procedures.

Monitor and report relevant laboratory results.

Patient & Caregiver Education

Educate patients and caregivers regarding:

• Infusion therapy administration
• Medication purpose and side effects
• Central line care
• Infection prevention
• Emergency procedures
• Disease management

Reinforce physician and pharmacy instructions to support treatment compliance.

Documentation & Compliance

Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Maintain compliance with agency policies, nursing standards, Medicare guidelines, and applicable state regulations.

Adhere to HIPAA requirements and patient confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience.
• Experience with IV therapy and vascular access management.
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Preferred

• Home health experience.
• Infusion nursing experience.
• Experience with PICC lines, ports, and central venous catheters.
• CRNI certification or infusion-related specialty training.
• Familiarity with EMR documentation systems.

Core Competencies

• Infusion therapy expertise
• IV access and central line management
• Clinical assessment and critical thinking
• Patient education and training
• Care coordination
• Documentation accuracy
• Time management and organization
• Compassionate patient-centered care

Working Conditions

Provides one-on-one patient care in homes, assisted living facilities, and community settings.

Flexible scheduling based on patient needs.

Local travel throughout assigned service areas.

May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive clinical leadership
• Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits for eligible employees

Pay

$45.00 - $60.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Work Location

On the road / Patient homes throughout the service area

Join BrightStar Care and help patients safely receive life-sustaining infusion therapies while enjoying the comfort and independence of home.