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The Toledo Clinic's Rheumatology Department, Arthritis Associates of NW Ohio, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse or a full-time Registered Nurse. The part-time position (approx 22 hrs/wk) will be scheduled Monday (9-3), Tuesday (8-4), Wednesday (8-4), and occasional Thursdays as needed. The full-time position (approx 32 hrs/wk) will be scheduled Monday-Thursday (8-4). There are no evenings, weekends, or holidays! This position will schedule and prepare patients for infusion treatments and administer medication.
General Summary:
Provides patient care in an outpatient infusion setting; including preparing and administering infusion medications following established standards and practices.
Works under the supervision of the attending physician(s) and/or the practice manager
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Example of Essential Duties:
- Schedule patients for infusions per physician orders.
- Performs nursing duties, history and physical, vital signs to prepare patient for infusion.
- Prepare and Administer infusion medications as directed; including starting IVs
- Monitor patients while receiving treatments. Take vitals periodically during infusion.
- Educate patients on procedures, medications, signs/symptoms of reactions, etc.
- Works closely with physicians to follow treatment plan for patient. Communicate with physicians regarding patient symptoms, any possible reaction, dosing, etc.
- Responds to incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and caregivers regarding medications and treatment.
- Assists with monitoring supply inventory and drug orders as needed
- Assures infusion pumps are maintained and in working order
- Ensures cleanliness of infusion room
- Complete and ensure accuracy of patient charts. Accurately complete and submit charges in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Required:
- Previous infusion experience preferred. Skills in IV access.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.
- Ability to multi-task and work together in a fast-paced team environment.
- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
- Adheres to all Toledo Clinic policies and procedures.
Education:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
-Current RN license.
-Current Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certificationLearn more about this Employer on their Career Site
