RN Infusion Nurse

Location: Edison, NJ (08817)
Company: Amerita
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: 12 days ago
Reposted: 5 days ago
Our Company:

Amerita

Overview:

Ready for a change from bedside Nursing? 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.

Medications you will infuse include:

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

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Employee Discounts

Positions available in Paterson; Long Branch; Bridgewater; and Edison.

Responsibilities:

The Infusion Nurse provides professional nursing care for the safety and well-being of Amerita's patients.

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, physician, and patient to develop and monitor goals of patients' therapies
Assesses all patients assigned and establishes and implements the Plan of Care
Manages vascular access devices, to include insertion of peripheral infusion devices or peripherally inserted catheters (only if certified)
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

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

About our Line of Business: Amerita 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 about Amerita, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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