Infusion Nurse (Homecare) - Per Diem

Description

PromptCare is a leading provider of home respiratory and infusion services, serving pediatric and adult patients in 30+ states from 36 locations throughout the United States. Our Hi-Tech, Hi-Touch care offerings deliver superior patient care and outcomes making PromptCare a preferred partner for hospitals, physicians, and payors. PromptCare currently services 6,400+ respiratory patients, 2,500+ infusion patients, and 4,400+ enteral nutrition patients. We estimate that we are the largest provider of ventilation care to pediatric patients in the U.S. Our mission is to be the preferred choice for superior management of complex cases, providing unsurpassed clinical expertise, reliable service, and boundless compassion in transitioning patients to the home setting and reuniting them with their loved ones. Our Differentiation consists of an unrivaled team of respiratory therapists, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other care professionals who provide highly sought-after expertise, advice, and patient care. We are the "go-to" provider in our markets among leading pediatric hospitals and care facilities to handle the most acute patient situations. PromptCare holds an expansive payer network participation, supported by a robust billing & collections operation.

PromptCare is looking for a Per Diem - Home Infusion Nurse to service the areas of St. Louis, MO and the areas within a two-hour radius.

Job Summary

Join our compassionate homecare team as an Infusion Nurse, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to patients in the comfort of their homes. With your expertise in administering medications, managing intravenous lines, and monitoring patient responses, you will be a cornerstone in transforming the patient experience. Embrace the opportunity to provide one-on-one care, educate patients and their families, and ensure the highest quality of life for those under your care. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a dedication to providing the highest quality of care. If you are a compassionate and dedicated Registered Home Infusion Nurse, we would love to have you join our team. On-call requirements are based on region and state.  

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse in MO with a license in good standing
• Must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance in good standing
• CPR Certification
• At least 2 years' experience as a home Infusion Nurse, or equivalent experience working in another field-based home nursing organization, is required
• IV and PICC certification is strongly preferred

Job Responsibilities, included but not limited to:

• Conducts initial nursing assessments and evaluations to qualify patients for appropriateness and safety of home infusion therapy, along with any other needed specialized nursing care
• Trains patients and/or caregivers in all procedures and equipment
• Provides patients and family members with timely and accurate information, and takes appropriate corrective actions regarding our services to ensure complete satisfaction
• Develops and revises, when necessary, the patient's plan of care with the patient, family, PromptCare/ARJ Pharmacist, and physician
• Visits all assigned patients as ordered, and documents patient's compliance, competence, and tolerance to benefits of prescribed therapy, interventions
• Provides direct patient care as ordered and allowed by state law
• Assumes on-call responsibility as assigned on a routine basis
• Coordinates patient's care with other homecare agencies as necessary
• Counsel patients on therapy management, side effects, and other pertinent issues relative to the patient's disease/condition and other concerns based on manufacturer guidelines and co-morbidities
• Collaborate with the Pharmacist for clinical recommendations for a change to therapy or other supportive measures to enhance the patient's response to therapy, as appropriate (infusion rate, pre-medications, supplies, etc.)
• Participates in in-services as requested
• Participates in the identification of nursing PI indicators and the collection of data
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, and climbing all day. The ability to see distinctions in colors and shapes is also required. Coordinate fine and gross motor movements and hand/eye movement. Manipulate small equipment and containers, such as syringes, vials, ampules, and medication packages, to administer medications. Coordinate fine and gross motor movements and hand/eye movement. Maintain balance from any position. Negotiate level surfaces, ramps, and stairs. Function with both hands free for performing psychomotor tasks. Maneuver in small areas. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 30 pounds or more.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Company Car Program
• Referral bonuses & Discount Ticket Program
• Lunch & Learn Programs
• Employee Recognition Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

The PromptCare Companies is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic disposition, disability, veteran's status or any other characteristic or classification protected by State/Federal/Local laws. We foster a work environment in which diversity and inclusion are embraced, people are hired and advanced on their merits, and employees are treated with mutual respect and dignity.