Metro Infusion Center (Affiliated with Metro Infectious Disease Consultants) is seeking a licensed Nurse Practitioner for supervision and administration of infusion therapy on a PRN basis to work at the clinic located in Fairfield, CT.
About the role
This position is best suited for someone looking for:
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Flexibility
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Work/life balance
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Competitive pay
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Casual environment
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Large practice with continued growth
Specific Duties:
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Place and maintain peripheral IV catheters for infusion therapy needs with ongoing assessment of IV site.
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Prepare medication for IV administration as ordered.
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Administer IV therapy via electronic pump with troubleshooting of pump alarms and/or administration via gravity/dial-a-flow tubing.
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Document infusion charting and patient message(s) in EMR system.
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Addressing patient’s questions or concerns related to adverse effects/side effects, diagnosis, treatment etc. within scope of Mid-level provider.
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Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs establishing priorities.
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Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment.
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Participates in activities to facilitate good interpersonal communications with facility.
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Agree to cover any clinic as needed per direction of the Manager of Clinical Operations.
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Supports professional practice by observing the following: Uses knowledge and practices in accordance with 1) Standards of Nursing Practice; 2) JCAHO, state and local laws; 3) MIDC policy.
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Other duties and tasks as assigned
Requirements
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
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Nurse Practitioner experience, preferably in an infusion related setting
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INFUSION EXPERIENCE
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Chemo experience is preferred, but not required
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Proof of current vaccinations, including recommended boosters, commonly required for those working with immunocompromised patients, including measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis A & B, influenza, and COVID-19.
Legal
Requests for accommodations/exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, consistent with applicable laws.
Benefits
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Flexible schedule
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$80/hour (guaranteed 4 hours/pay per shift)
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