Infusion Nurse (Westborough, MA)

Description

Suite Life Health & Wellness is building a premier regional network of modern ambulatory infusion centers designed around exceptional patient care and an outstanding nursing experience. Our nurses enjoy predictable daytime schedules, smaller patient volumes, relationship-based care, and strong clinical support in beautiful outpatient settings designed to promote comfort, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

We are opening a new location in Westborough, MA and are looking for an exceptional nurse with both excellent clinical skills and interpersonal skills. Infusion related experience is not required; however, the candidate must be proficient at placing peripheral IV catheters. Experience accessing ports is a plus but not required. This position will be part-time 1-2 days/week, 8a-4:30p.

Responsibilities

• Complete general patient assessment and obtain vital signs
• Establish IV access per policy
• Prepare, administer and document infusions/injections per order from the physician
• Monitor for infusion related reactions. Follow infusion reaction protocol and notify physicians if any concerns for infusion related reactions
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatments and associated side effects
• Open and close infusion suite using daily log, ensuring proper cleanliness, sterilization and infection control
• Send follow up to ordering physicians regarding patient's status and infusion experience
• Assist medical assistant in managing and maintaining adequate supply and medication inventory
• Schedule patients for follow up appointments

Requirements

Education/qualification requirements:

• Registered Nurse with current MA license
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience. Infusion experience highly preferred.
• Proficient peripheral IV skills required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work in a team focused environment
• High level of professionalism
• Bilingual is a plus