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Option Care Health

Largest independent home infusion therapy provider

Home Infusion RN

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$48.54 - $80.92

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active and unrestricted registered nurse license in the state of practice is required.
  • A minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is required.
  • Current CPR certification is required.
  • Demonstrated competency in patient care standards for safe service delivery and infusion skill sets applicable to agency programs and service needs is required; advanced certification and training apply as applicable.
  • A required license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of practice, access to a vehicle for business travel, and proof of liability insurance are required.
  • Basic knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications, with the ability to apply this knowledge to nursing technology tools for communicating and documenting care, is required.
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a maximum lift of 75 pounds, and to perform the listed physical activities is required.
  • The role has a likelihood of occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, potentially infectious materials, and the other stated hazards in home environments.
  • Required safety equipment includes closed-toe shoes, facemask, goggles, gown and/or gloves, and a functioning communication device for routine and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate, develop, and implement intermediate nursing plan-of-care treatments; evaluate patient progress toward goals; organize and participate in direct patient care; perform treatments; administer medications; educate patients and families or caregivers; and modify treatment plans in response to patient status or physician orders.
  • Assess patient needs and physical status at each skilled visit using health data and patient interviews; reassess needs based on physical findings and response to therapy; obtain and clarify physician orders for revisions; promptly inform physicians of significant changes; and provide written summaries within supplemental orders.
  • Provide training and mentorship to Infusion Nurse I staff as needed to support patient safety and compliance.
  • Teach patients and families using a patient-centered approach to support independence with prescribed therapy and care needs through active participation in treatment goals.
  • Communicate with the clinical team, medical providers, patients, and families or caregivers to facilitate continuity of care; prepare real-time clinical documentation during visits and submit it within established timelines; and follow documentation, abbreviation, and error-correction policies.
  • Coordinate discharge planning and prepare discharge summaries with patient instructions; report patient care needs, progress, and goals when transferring care.
  • Comply with agency operations, company policies and procedures, professional standards, applicable local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines, and accreditation standards.
  • Use computers and automation technology to validate treatment orders and communicate care provided, and follow assigned visit schedules.
  • Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Maintain accountability for ethical and professional practice and follow programs and practices consistent with company policies and procedures.
  • Protect patient and company information in accordance with legal and ethical confidentiality guidelines, including HIPAA regulations.
  • Explain the company’s scope of services and instruct patients about related financial obligations and service charges.
  • Complete required training modules, in-services, and continuing education to maintain competency and licensure and demonstrate knowledge of patient care in home or alternate care settings.
  • Provide oversight and coordination of paraprofessionals in the home setting and may act as Supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor or Nurse Manager, as applicable under state and federal regulations.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and provide precepting, training, mentoring, orientation, onboarding, and supervisory activities for other nurses as assigned.
  • Participate in nursing department on-call responsibilities.
  • Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
  • When applicable, insert PICC lines or midlines per physician order; troubleshoot or declot obstructed central-line catheters; monitor PICC lines or midlines; and educate patients on line-infection prevention and routine care.
  • Travel up to 100% of the time for business purposes.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is preferred.
  • One to two years of previous infusion nursing experience is preferred.

About the Company

Option Care Health

Largest independent home infusion therapy provider

Option Care Health is the largest independent infusion services provider in the United States, delivering infusion therapies at home and other alternate-site locations. A team of about 7,000 teammates, including 4,500 clinicians, supports patients with acute and chronic conditions across all 50 states. Clinicians visit patients at home or other approved sites to administer infusion therapies, manage care, and coordinate with care teams, aided by clinical leadership and national scale. Its goal is to expand access to infusion therapy and improve care quality by offering clinician-led services beyond hospital settings.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bannockburn, IL
Founded
1979

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