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Registered Nurse (RN) | Infusion Location: Sitka, AK Agency: Cynet Health Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position Job Title: Infusion RN Profession: Nursing Specialty: Infusion Duration: Full Time Shift: Days Hours per Shift: Not specified Experience: 1 year clinical nursing experience preferred License: Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Must-Have: Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license BLS and ACLS certifications Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Description: Facilitates and oversees infusion patient referrals of tests and treatments to other offices or specialties for continuation of care. Maintains, reviews, and documents pertinent information in the patient's chart. Coordinates and oversees appointment scheduling for infusion patients. Posts patient test and examination results, communicating with referring provider and infusion patients to complete the circle of care. Observes and reports infusion patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, immunizations, and procedures to referring providers. Records all pertinent information in the patient's chart. Assists with supervision of clinic staff, providing direction, guidance, and referral for optimal daily infusion patient care flow. Participates in staff development activities to maintain current professional knowledge and licensure. Assesses and prepares the needs of each infusion patient. Ensures prior authorization is initiated as needed per the patient referral for infusion services. Administers specialty IV fluids via peripherally or centrally placed catheters, using infusion order sets as prescribed. Maintains central venous catheters, peripherally inserted central catheters, or other IV access devices. Identifies, assesses, and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions. Evaluates actual or potential patient health problems. Prepares for infusion patients prior to administration by reviewing orders and communicating effectively with the healthcare team. Develops and participates in educating patients and their families about post-discharge care programs. Initiates patient care meetings with the healthcare team to review the plan of care as needed. Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment. Provides guidance and direction to members of the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care. Keeps current on advances in oncology and infusion nursing care by participating in educational programs. Oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocols and physician orders. Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precautions. Initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations. Provides safe, effective, and comprehensive infusion services to patients. Offers education and follow-up care after patients have been released from infusion therapy. Supports and maintains commitment to all patients, visitors, outside entities, and team members. Upholds principles of confidentiality and patient care. Adheres to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry. Participates in departmental staff meetings and quality management activities. Complies with hospital policies and procedures. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam6b250ea6-cee3-481d-915c-f7283f1b2f1b

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