Registered Nurse (RN) - Infusion PRN

Washgi; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with safe harbor

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Washington Gastroenterology in Silverdale, WA is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join its Infusion Team. The RN provides direct patient care in infusion settings, follows physician orders, and adheres to Washington State nursing practice standards.

Responsibilities include patient education, pre-infusion assessments, IV access, medication administration, infusion monitoring, and liaison with physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license to practice in Washington state.
• Current BLS certification; infusion/med-surg experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient education and education materials as needed.
• Conduct pre-infusion assessments for safety and appropriateness.
• Administer biologic and non-biologic medications per orders.
• Start, maintain and discontinue IV lines and monitor IV pumps.
• Coordinate with physicians and scheduling; assist with paperwork and billing.

Skills

Medical terminology

Billing/CPT codes

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

RN license (WA)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Current BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel/Word

Job description

Washington Gastroenterology

Registered Nurse (RN) - Infusion PRN

3261 NW Mount Vintage Way Suite 221
Silverdale, WA 98383

Washington Gastroenterology believes that digestive health is the foundation for a healthy life. We are committed to improving the quality of life and longevity of our patients and our communities through the prevention, detection, and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.

We are WAGI

WAGI is seeking a Per DiemRegistered Nurse (RN)to join our Infusion Team at our clinic. The Registered Nurse (RN) Infusion provides direct patient care in our Infusion setting within the Clinic providing infusion services in accordance with physician’s orders, recognized nursing techniques and legal aspects of current nurse practice within Washington State and the Center’s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient education including pamphlets, articles, and electronic material. Arrange any pertinent patient education needed from the provider.
• Conduct clinical assessment prior to each infusion and determines safety and appropriateness of scheduled infusion.
• Perform drug reconstitution according to FDA and WAGI guidelines.
• Administer biologic and non-biologic medications.
• Start, maintain, and discontinue Intravenous lines.
• Program, start, monitor, and troubleshoot IV pump
• Complete regulatory training for clinical research and engage in Study related activities as needed including administration of investigational drugs.
• Monitor patients during infusions to provide ongoing assessment and patient safety.
• The infusion nurse will follow protocols and will recognize and respond immediately to changes in patient condition.
• Function as primary liaison between patients and physicians.
• Schedule infusions and office visits as appropriate.
• Responsible for patient follow up (i.e., labs, changes in orders, follow up office visits, procedures, etc.).
• Order associated medications and supplies.
• Demonstrate responsibility for personal and professional growth and effective communication.
• Participate in insurance approvals and denials in conjunction with billing department and clinic staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Washington
• Current BLS certification
• One-year experience working in a med-surg, infusion or related field is preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with medical terminology and billing practices, including CPT codes
• Ability to maintain sustained concentration and attention to detail while working with frequent interruptions, conflicting demands, and deadlines
• Completes work in the time allotted and seeks other duties when time allows
• Exhibits strong listening skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as with other team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and Word
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Physical Activities and Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat and kneel occasionally
• Ability to assist patients supporting weight, assisting in positioning of patients, etc.
• Ability to grasp small objects and manipulate medical instruments
• Ability to reach including reaching overhead and below waist
• Ability to lift 10 pounds frequently, occasional lifting 25 pounds
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Occasional local travel may be required to other locations on an as-needed basis to back-fill for vacations, etc.

Washington Gastroenterology has an excellent compensation and benefit package that includes the following:

Employees (and their families) who work full time (defined as working 30 or more hours per week) will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance. In addition employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company provided safe harbor contribution of 3% of annual earnings and the potential for a company discretionary profit sharing contribution.

All employees will be eligible to accrue PTO at a rate of .04 hours per payroll hour (1.6 hours for a 40 hour week) which can be used for and exceeds the required mandatory WA State and other local ordinances.

This is an Hourly position and the anticipated Compensation range is $40.00 - $50.00. The hired applicant is also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.