Title:  Registered Nurse II - Ambulatory Operations-Infusion

Summary

Competent level professional nurse who is a proficient in delivering care in the ambulatory care setting. Uses past and current nursing experience to care for infusion patients. Serves as a resource/mentor for Licensed Vocational Nurses, Registered Nurse I's and unlicensed staff members.

Job Duties

• Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes professionalism, quality, patient and personal safety as well as provides a positive experience for the patient, family and co-workers.
• Adheres to the scope of practice as defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act. 
• Follows an individualized therapy plan provided by the medical provider (Physician/APP) for each patient .
• Demonstrates competency with technical infusion skills according to personal and legal scope of practice.
• Professional assessment skills as applied to the patient, family/support system, and environment.
• Administers and learns all medications given in the Infusion suite.  Including  but not limited to: IVIG, Ocrevus, Remicade, etc.
• Performs peripheral or central line access for appropriate administration of medications.
• Resourceful in various infusion pumps such as the Braun Infusomat Pump.
• Practices nursing with high respect for individual, cultural, spiritual  and economic differences.
• Communicates effectively and in accordance with BCM requirements.
• Reports significant changes in patient status to physician/APP and other members of the team in a timely manner consistent with patient needs.
• Maintains patient records showing systematic assessment, IV lines, nursing note, discharge instructions, including documentation according to BCM standards.
• Participates in department meetings, as well as mandatory education in Success Factors.
• Takes appropriate actions independently and responsively in urgent/emergent care situations, such as in recognition of allergic reactions.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by complying with established policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
• Notifies manager of need for review and/or training related to equipment, procedures, or safety/infection control practices.
• Participates in ongoing, professional self-development and identifies needs for personal professional growth.
• Demonstrates competency in areas of assignment or identifies the need for additional training (various diagnoses, infusion, specialized equipment, etc.).
• Schedules appointments as needed to keep patients on their correct planned infusion schedule. 
• Communicates with other health care providers regarding patient care.
• Mentors, orients & supports new and existing nursing and unlicensed staff members by directing, guiding, and influencing the outcome of an individual’s performance and activity.
• Prioritizes and organizes work so that assignments are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Identifies and supports basic cost containment and efficiency for patients and the clinic.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment; stocks, and orders treatment room supplies as directed.
• Exemplifies a team player mentality with the ability to withstand daily work stressors. 
• Participates in research protocols & administers care as directed & in collaboration with BCM's Research department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Two years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Infusion experience.
• Proficient in Intravenous (IV) catheter placement, port accessing and removal of these devices.