What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infusion Center RN PRN position at Iberia General Hospital And Medical Center?
Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians, and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends, and neighbors.
IMC is currently hiring a Registered Nurse for the Infusion Center , on a PRN basis. Under the general supervision of the
Director of Cancer Services and with the authority of the Chief Nursing
Officer, the RN applies the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention and
evaluation) in caring for patients. Effectively interact with patients,
significant others, and other health care team members. Demonstrates
knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical,
psycho/social, education, safety and related criteria for all patient
population and age groups.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
Graduate of state approved School of Nursing (RN) Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Louisiana Oncology, Critical Care, Outpatient/Homecare Infusion experience preferred
PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performing
blood transfusions, chemotherapy infusions, antibiotic infusions, steroid
infusions, electrolyte infusions, and vitamin infusions
Administering
medications and fluid therapy, monitor patients IV and medications and
develop care plans
Inserting
and maintaining Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC)
Teaching
intravenous access and PICC insertion
Inserting
intravenous access
Dressing
changes on PICCs, midlines, and central lines
Monitoring
a patient’s response to treatment
Assessing
line sites and patency
Keeping
infection control and prevention as a priority
Reviewing
pertinent lab values and drug information
Collaborating
with other healthcare professions
Educating
patients, families, and caregivers
Performing
patient care in a timely and efficient manner
Performing
patient assessments
Coordinating
the discontinuation of IV services with patients
IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
Employment Type:
OTHER