Job Description
Job Description
HIT Specialists Infusion Pharmacy is a friendly, full-service infusion pharmacy located in NW Albuquerque. Due to growth in our financially strong, patient-oriented, family-friendly practice, we have an opening for an Infusion Nurse.
We offer an attractive salary and benefits package.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
- Responsible for providing safe direct and indirect nursing care in a compassionate manner to include complete patient assessment, implementation of physician orders including administration of infused or injectable medication, education of patients regarding infused biologic medications, and monitoring of patient response.
- Completes required patient care documentation in a timely manner.
- Works independently in managing patient needs and manages time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Responsible for preparing and mixing drugs for safe medication administration
- Assists with managing and ordering infusion supplies and medications.
- Ability to work with a wide range of personality types, assist with training of per diem nurses, when needed, and assist Infusion Coordinators as needed.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
- 3 years nursing experience, which should include acute or clinical specialty involving infusion therapy, ambulatory infusion, and / or home infusion environment.
- Strong venous access skills, independent in PIV placement and care.
- Strong central line skills (ports, PICC lines, midlines), accessing, lab draws and dressing changes.
- Maintains knowledge and proficiency of infused biologic medications and current infusion practices.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the use of Sigma Spectrum and B-Braun infusion pumps.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include superior interpersonal and patient contact skills, excellent telephone manners, and strong computer skills.
- Work under minimal supervision and have the ability to remain calm and exercise good judgment in stressful situations.
EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Associates Degree in Nursing
- Current active state license
- Current CPR certification'
Job Type : Full time
Pay : $38.00 - $42.00 per hour
Experience :
Nursing : 3 years (Preferred)
License / Certification :
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred) Benefits :
- 401(k)
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
23 days ago