Job Overview The primary function of the Fairview Home Health Infusion Nurse is to provide exceptional in-home IV infusion therapy, nursing care, and response management. In addition, the Home Health Infusion Nurse will administer and monitor patients in the home during treatment and provide the necessary education on treatment regimen, condition management and treatment self-administration when appropriate. Requires the ability to work independently, be detail oriented and to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment RN Infusion Pharmacy Responsibilities Deliver care as delegated by physician, providing accurate and clinically appropriate infusion therapy assessments and interventions for all therapies, access devices and disease processes; assessing patient for health status changes, support systems and home environment, updating the care team and documenting in clinical record as indicated.
Partner with the patient, family and care team in developing and implementing plan of care with specific goals under the direction of the physician. Initiate and coordinate care conferences with the participation of all members of the care team as needed. Provide education and support to patients and caregivers that enable them to safely and effectively self-administer medications and solutions.
This includes storage, aseptic technique, equipment use, side effects and potential complications. Coordinate the discharge of patients when goals are met with the physician and other disciplines to achieve an orderly transition for the patient/family. Provide patient clinical care and coordination in a variety of environments including patient's home, infusion suites and hospital.
Train patients in the self-administration of treatments and how to quickly recognize and respond to symptoms of adverse physical reactions to treatments. Maintain open communication with Charge Nurse, Nursing Leadership, Staffing Coordinator and other team members regarding scheduling, patient assignments and clinical matters Coordinate with Pharmacy team, and/or Nursing Leaders to address changes in patient condition or drug management issues.
Document all interactions and communication with patients, plan of treatment, assessment, treatments, patient responses/reactions to treatment, status of disease process, and training activities in a timely manner using company issued tools Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2 years recent nursing experience. Preferably in Skilled Homecare, Emergency Room, Labor and Delivery, Infusion Center, Oncology or Med/Surg Knowledge of computer applications in order to perform job duties: EMR, Outlook, etc.
MN Registered Nurse (RN) License Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) Drivers License Current and adequate automobile insurance policy
Bachelor of Science Nursing or equivalent similar health related field 1 year previous home care/home infusion therapy experience Experience with pediatrics, geriatrics and oncology patients Certification in infusion therapy, oncology or critical care Benefit Overview Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more!
Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract Compensation Disclaimer The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer.
Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status