What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Maplewood Infusion Clinic position at Fairview Health Services?

Overview

M Health Fairview has an immediate opening for an Infusion RN at the M Health Fairview Oncology Clinic located in Maplewood, MN. St. John's Hospital provides offers a warm, inviting atmosphere and caring, personal staff. State of the art technology, combined with the expertise of our specialists, nurses and staff, contribute to our innovative healing environment and compassionate health care delivery. We are committed to providing superior health care to our growing community. Our 184 bed facility offers a wide variety of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

This is a 0.9 FTE (72 hours per two week pay period), benefits eligible opening.

This is an MNA Twin Cities Union opening.

Responsibilities Job Description

The RN serves as the key leader of the interdependent team and is responsible to achieve patient and unit outcomes by coordinating the care for a group of patients. This includes comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on the need's assessment; establishing the plan of care; monitoring the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.

Demonstrates commitment to principles of the patient care model (Professional Partnership Model) and achieving the HealthEast nursing vision and strategy.
Utilizes the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to coordinate outcome focused patient care. Throughout this process, also understands and incorporates holistic nursing theory based on Watson's Theory of Caring aligning with the practice standards of the American Holistic Nurses' Association whenever holistic therapy is offered.
Communicates effectively with patient / family, physicians, the interdependent team, and other disciplines regarding the plan of care.
Assesses and documents learning needs of the patient and family. Develops an individualized education plan for patients and families based on identified needs.
Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements at the point of care to achieve clinical quality, customer experience, nursing engagement, and efficiency and effectiveness outcomes.
Complies with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, board of nursing requirements, patient safety requirements, infection control practices, and other established practice standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Coordinates the interdependent team while promoting collaborative teamwork and cooperation.
Actively participates in the development and achievement of department goals (safety, cost, quality, patient experience, employee engagement).
Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements.
Performs other responsibilities as needed / assigned

Additional Job Requirements :

Provides care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting with complex medical / surgical conditions such as hematology and oncology disorders including various types of cancer :

Provides care and management to oncology and hematology patients.

Administers antibiotics, monoclonal antibodies chemotherapy, blood products and associated medications to the adult and pediatric oncology population.

Provide emergent cares in the event of anaphylaxis / reaction.

Manages complex medication and infusion therapy :

Provides infusion therapy including central lines, ports, peripheral IV placement, and infusion devices.

Chemotherapy and cytotoxic agents.

Simultaneously manage multiple infusions.

Adheres to applicable policy and procedures related to medication and infusion therapy.

Maintains a high level of "PICC" and Port competency's and PIV placement techniques and insertion.

Displays critical thinking skills while managing patients with acute and or chronic pain :

Assesses patients for pain. Utilizes a consistent pain tool. Collaborates with patient / family and health care team to develop and execute a plan of care.

Uses an ongoing, systematic process to gather relevant data from patient and family. Analyzes data to identify needs and potential risks.

Manages the daily flow of the infusion center ensuring the highest level of patient satisfaction and experience.

Directs appropriate rooming, discharging, chart prepping, and appointment scheduling duties to the appropriate team member.

Completes assessment while ensuring the plan of care is implemented, completes patient education, complex procedures and lab draws etc. Provide patient information and education as appropriate.

Manages orders including accurate transcription of faxed orders, therapy, and treatment plans.

Validates outcomes and develops plan of care in collaboration with patient, family, and other healthcare team members.

Documents triage advice / recommendations in the medical record. Makes referral to appropriate level of care. Works as liaison between patients and providers.

Recognizes and incorporates ethical principles within the delivery of care :

Facilitates transition to end of life care.

Recognizes need for and initiates ethical consults

Qualifications

Required

License / Certification / Registration :

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Registered Nurse MN (RN)

Must obtain Oncology Certified Nurse Certification / OCN within 2 years of hire or complete 12 Oncology related CEU's per calendar year.

Chemo / Biotherapy Certification required withing 30 days of hire.

Experience :

2-3 years of chemotherapy administration and other infusion experience with competencies in IV insertions such as central lines, PICC, Ports, Peripheral IV placement and infusion devices. Experience in administering antibiotics, monoclonal antibodies, chemotherapy, blood products and associated medications.

Specific Adult or Pediatric experienced based on population served.

Preferred

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Experience :

1 to 3 years' experience

Other Traits We Desire :

Excellent customer service, public relations and communication skills

Ability to prioritize and work with a fluctuation in workload while working independently

Ability to adapt to change and engage in ongoing process improvement

Flexibility to work at other sites is encouraged

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

EEO Statement

EEO / AA Employer / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO / vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information : https : / / www.fairview.org / benefits / hemnarn

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract.

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