Registered Nurse (RN) Infusion Per Diem (31537)

GI Alliance; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

GI Alliance is seeking a qualified nurse in Orange Park, Florida, to provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessments, treatment plans, and patient education. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background with at least 3 years of experience and be well-versed in infusion practices.

The role involves collaboration with doctors, maintaining patient confidentiality, and executing treatment plans. A current nursing license is mandatory, along with a CPR certificate. This position offers a per diem status with flexible coverage at various clinics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years professional nursing experience, 1 year infusion experience preferred.
• Current state registered nurse license required.
• Current CPR certificate and CRNI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Execute prescribed treatments and monitor patient responses.
• Educate patients and families about health management.

Skills

Intravenous access proficiency

Patient care coordination

Knowledge of HIPAA laws

Crisis intervention skills

Time management

Education

RN degree

BSN preferred

Tools

Infusion pumps

Computer practice management software

Job description

Position Purpose

Responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care and evaluation by following established professional standards and practices. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality. Obtains and documents health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition. Provides patient care based on nursing practice guidelines, company policies, INS standards of practice and federal/state laws and regulations.
• Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns. Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
• Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Maintains accurate inventory of all medications.
• Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment‑related phone calls.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Responsible for administering all medications: PO, IV, SC, IM as prescribed.
• Coordinate and execute treatment plans for patients.
• Schedule follow‑up appointments.
• Will collaborate with GIA Research department as required.
• Other duties as directed or assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: RN degree. Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years professional nursing experience. Minimum 1 year infusion experience in acute, outpatient, home and/or physician office setting. Gastroenterology experience preferred.
• Licensure and Certifications: Current state registered nurse license. Current CPR certificate. CRNI certification preferred.
• Per Diem Status: Work as needed to provide coverage at various infusion clinics; no recurring or set schedule.

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge of nursing processes, health care systems, structure, and functions; community resources; nursing technology, equipment and supplies; state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, INS standards of nursing practice and GIA policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in obtaining and maintaining intravenous access through peripheral IV catheter insertions and/or central venous access devices.
• Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state HIPAA laws related to release of health care information.
• Knowledge of common OSHA safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment.
• Skill and knowledge in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response calmly and effectively.
• Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone.
• Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence.
• Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices and make referrals to other providers and resources.
• Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
• Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Perform other clinical duties as deemed appropriate by nursing management/supervisor.

Equipment Operated

Standard nursing equipment and supplies including infusion pumps. May involve use of assistive devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, BP monitoring devices, thermometers, pulse oximetry units, and oxygen tanks. Working knowledge of computer practice management software, internet and MS office applications.

Work Environment

Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Combination of office and clinic settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.