Registered Nurse Infusion Center & Wellness Clinic 24 hours

Griffin Health is an independent not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby Connecticut dedicated to person-centered high-quality care for over 130000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospitala 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree Internationals flagship facilityGriffin Health emphasizes kindness respect and active patient engagement.

Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence patient satisfaction and social responsibility Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweeks Worlds Best Hospital list for the last 5 consecutive years LOWN Institutes top state ranking for outcomes and Beckers 100 Best Community Hospitals designation as well as FortunesMagazines 100 Best Companies to Work For. The organization fosters a supportive wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess empowering caregivers to thrive physically emotionally and professionally. Through innovation community outreach health education and food-security initiatives Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves.

Griffins suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation.

Main Function:

*Serves as a cross-covering team member for the Wellness Clinic which focuses on Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) management.

The Infusion Center Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and infusion therapy services. Responsibilities include administering intravenous medications chemotherapy/biologic agents blood products injections and hydration therapies per provider orders; monitoring patients for infusion reactions and clinical emergencies; providing education and support to patients and families; ensuring accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR); and maintaining a safe clinical environment in compliance with hospital state and federal standards. The nurse collaborates with providers pharmacists and interdisciplinary team members to deliver patient-centered high-quality care.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Prior experience in infusion therapy strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in IV insertion venipuncture infusion pump operation and management of infusion reactions.
• Experience with chemotherapy or other hazardous agents preferred but not required.
• Strong background in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associates Degree in Nursing (ASN) or Diploma in Nursing accepted with commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Connecticut required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Required Experience:

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