RN / Registered Nurse - Infusion

Amerita, Inc; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 52,348 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer**

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Amerita in Yuma, AZ is seeking a Registered Nurse for 1:1 home infusion nursing. You will assess patients, implement Plans of Care, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality home-based care.

Requires a valid RN license, 1+ year of nursing experience, and CPR certification. 100% travel to patient homes is expected; infusion/home health experience is preferred. Monday–Friday shifts with evenings possible.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a nursing license in state(s) of practice.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Infusion and home health care experience preferred; IV therapy experience preferred.
• CPR certification is required; flexibility to work multiple shifts.
• 100% travel to patient homes is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan care for assigned patients.
• Adhere to infusion and home health policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate with pharmacy staff, providers, and patients to meet care goals.
• Document patient care and monitor progress toward goals.
• Manage vascular access and peripheral IV procedures when needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers; coordinate with home health and community agencies.
• Participate in on-call rotation and complete required training.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Valid nursing license

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Our home infusion nurses care for our specialty infusion patients 1:1 in the patient's home. Amerita is a Specialty Infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and outstanding clinical service to patients outside of the hospital setting; with exceptional employees that are dedicated to providing the best quality care and service in an ethical, sound, supportive, and customer-focused environment. We have developed a culture which supports our staff of caregivers and their families by providing fair and competitive compensation, high quality affordable benefits, and fulfilling work in a fun, friendly environment.

Our Company

Amerita

Medications you will infuse include:

• Immunoglobulin Therapy
• IV Antibiotics
• Enteral and Total Parenteral Nutrition
• Anti-inflammatory Biologics
• Inotropes
• Clotting Factor and other specialty medications

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Discounts

Location:

Yuma (covering patients in AZ only). A minimal amount of patients may be seen in Somerton, Wellton, Tacna, Gila Bend, and Ajo.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, days, weekends, and evenings available.

Amerita is part of the BrightSprings Health family of brands.

Responsibilities

• Assesses all patients assigned and establishes and implements the Plan of Care
• Adheres to policies and procedures addressing the scope of services outlined in both Infusion nursing services, pharmacy services and state laws and regulations
• Adheres to INS and IgNS standards of practice, CDC guidelines, scope and standards of practice, and code of ethics as defined by American Nurses Association
• Collaborates with pharmacy staff, sales partners, ordering provider and patient to develop and monitor goals of patients’ therapies
• Completes patient care documentation in place of service including patients’ home or AIS
• Manages vascular access devices, to include insertion of peripheral infusion devices and ability to draw labs via peripheral venipuncture
• Educates patients and caregivers
• Evaluates progress toward goals and makes recommendations to physicians for changes in the Plan of Care based on patients’ needs
• Coordinates nursing care with home health and other community agencies as indicated
• Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled per branch protocol
• Complete expense reports monthly tracking mileage and other miscellaneous incidental expenses
• Complete annual competencies and mandatory training within assigned due dates
• Supervisory Responsibility: No

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Valid nursing license in state(s) of practice
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse
• Previous infusion and home health care experience preferred
• Extensive experience in IV therapy preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Flexible schedule with the availability to work a variety of shift models
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Must meet company standards for driving record as well as driver age requirement
• Percentage of Travel: 100% - Regular driving to patient’s homes for visits is required as part of this position

To perform this role will require constantly sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, crouching, stooping and typing on a keyboard with fingers. The physical requirements will be the ability to push/pull and lift/carry 10-30 lbs.

About Our Line Of Business

Amerita, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a specialty infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. Committed to excellent service, our vision is to combine the administrative efficiencies of a large organization with the flexibility, responsiveness, and entrepreneurial spirit of a local provider. For more information, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.

Salary Range

USD $38.00 - $42.00 / Hour