Infusion & Procedure Nurse - Per Diem

Infusion Nurse

Join our team as an Infusion Nurse, where you will play a critical role in providing care to patients undergoing infusion therapy. This position requires a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care in a dynamic clinical environment.

Job Description

• Work closely with treating providers and the Research Coordinator to perform medical intake of all patients.
• Implement and manage the care of infusion patients, including pre-infusion care, initiation and maintenance of IV, sterile preparation and labeling of IV admixture, appropriate vascular access device care (if indicated), and safe administration of intravenous medications including investigational agents in accordance with practice standards and FDA labeling information.
• Document infusion care visits in detail in clinical research charts.
• Complete appropriate screening prior to initiation of infusion.
• Provide careful monitoring of patient condition through the infusion process.
• Identify emergency situations and independently initiate appropriate actions.
• Conduct and reinforce patient education, including treatment plan/regimen, financial implications of care, symptom management, side effects, and patient/family responsibilities related to after-care.
• Act as an advocate and coordinator of patient care with other health care personnel and evaluate patient care measures instituted.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of infusion practice, including but not limited to adjunct therapies, vascular access devices, infusion pumps, and infection control standards.
• Maintain regulatory and accrediting standards compliance.
• Delegate tasks to the appropriate staff within their job description and in accordance with the Arizona Nurse Practice Act.
• Clearly communicate patient care needs to physicians as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience; familiarity with the administration of biologics is a plus; strong IV competencies required.
• Unrestricted, current state license as a Registered Nurse in Arizona; BLS for Healthcare Providers certification; ACLS certification is a plus.
• Computer experience and proficiency in Microsoft applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
• High-level clinical judgment and problem-solving skills or any equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education approved by the Infusion Nurse Manager and/or Human Resources.

Work Environment

Combination of office, exam, and other clinical settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic setting.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.