Infusion Nurse in Birmingham, Alabama at Birmingham Gastroenterolgy Assoc

Job Title: Infusion Nurse

Monday through Thursday 7:30-4:30

Job Summary

This role is responsible for both clinical and administrative functions within the Office Infusion Center. The Infusion Nurse will administer biologic infusions and injections as prescribed, while ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with all regulatory standards. Candidates must hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Alabama in good standing and without restrictions and have a minimum of 3 years' experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of medication uses, dosage requirements and safety consideration for all drugs administered.
• Prepare and reconstitute medication prescribed.
• Initiate and maintain an intravenous line for treatment.
• Obtain patient history and provide feedback to physicians for any concerns or issues arising between infusions.
• Coordinates with supervising or prescribing doctor for any concerns or reactions related to the administration of medication.
• Maintains infusion center compliance with defined operational guidelines for state and federal regulations.
• Documents each encounter in an EMR accurately for treatment, medication administered, discharge instructions and follow up appointment scheduling.
• Monitors schedule and help organize patient flow.
• Participates in follow-up calls as well as reminder calls.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Alabama, in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time infusion nursing experience
• Strong IV insertion and medication administration skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills
• BLS or ACLS certification needed