WY- Infusion RN

POSITION SUMMARY The Registered Nurse provides care to patients by administering fluids chemotherapy medications or blood products through injections peripheral IV lines or central venous catheters. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The RN is responsible for monitoring patients maintaining their IV access and recognizing potential drug interaction and complications. Administers the appropriate treatments to patients. Demonstrates the ability and the appropriate technical skills with administering treatments and procedures in accordance with physician s orders and IMH policy and procedure. All care treatment and services provided are within current Federal State Local Standards Rules Regulations and Guidelines to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Transcribes utilizes and implements standing orders protocols and physician orders. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required. EXPERIENCE Previous experience in a hospital preferred. Previous experience with the administration of chemotherapy preferred. CREDENTIALS Must have a current valid RN license from the State of Wyoming and must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing. Must have current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must obtain within 60 days of hire and maintain credentials throughout employment with IMH. Must have current valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or must obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintain credentials throughout employment at IMH. Chemotherapy and Biosafety Course must be taken and certification granted within one year of employment. Recertification must be taken every 2 years or as written by ONS standards. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Annual completion of yearly required CEUs. Excellent customer service skills including but not limited to: a friendly personality tact patience empathy and a helpful professional attitude both in person and on the telephone. Ability to effectively communicate with staff managers and the general public verbally and in writing. Demonstrate effective listening skills. Excellent organization and time management skills and ability to establish priorities effectively. Possess exceptional problem solving skills. Ability to work effectively without immediate supervision. Ability to learn new computer software programs. Ability to recognize and protect confidential information. Demonstrate ethical and legal accountability for the position.

Shift: Days

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Infusion RN

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