Infusion RN

Responsible for placing, monitoring, and assessing intravenous systems, medications, and/or products. Utilizing physicians' orders and professional skills, the Infusion Therapy Services RN develops and implements a plan that meets each client's specific needs and is in compliance with accreditation standards, federal and state regulations, reimbursement guidelines as well as Agency policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions: Performs initial assessment and ongoing reassessments for each client. Monitors and maintains infusion sites and systems. Administers and monitors antineoplastic agents, parenteral nutrition, investigational medications, IV antibiotics, immunoglobulin, pain management, and other IV medications. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Performs venous punctures and phlebotomies. Assesses the client's condition, initiates a plan of care, re-evaluates and updates as necessary. Observes and assesses clients for adverse reactions and/or complications to parenteral therapy, antineoplastic agents, medications, and b