Home Infusion RN (Casual)

Yale New Haven Health New Haven, CT 06510, US

Overview

The Home Infusion RN is a member of the YNHH Home Infusion Therapy team. Responsible for the delivery of
high-quality infusion therapy and nursing services in the home or alternate settings (i.e.; Ambulatory Infusion
Suites).This includes performing patient assessments, managing various vascular access devices, and educating
patients and/or caregivers to ensure safe and effective treatment according to physician 's plan of care. Provides
education to patient/and/or caregiver on proper handling, storage and administration of infusion medications as well
as signs and symptoms of access device complications.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing services at home and/or alternate sites for intravenous, subcutaneous, oral, etc. medication
administration for YNHHS Home Infusion Pharmacy patients in compliance with YNNHS policies.

Works in collaboration, coordinates patient care, and maintains communication with the physician, pharmacy
team, and other members of the collaborative treatment team.

Teaches patients and/or family/caregivers about the patient's care needs (including self-administration when
applicable) and disease prevention

Maintains accurate and timely clinical nursing records according to YNHHS Home Infusion Pharmacy
policies.

Adheres to ethical nursing standards and maintains the confidentiality of patients and their personal
information at all times.

Perform other duties as directed by home infusion leadership to support the needs of the department and
represents the home infusion pharmacy in a professional and positive manner.

Stay abreast of developments in the field of infusion therapy and comply with all YNHHS policies and
directives for the fulfillment of the YNHHS objectives

Participates in staff meetings, in-service programs, and serves on committees as requested by the Manager
of Home Infusion.

Follows and adheres to infection control measures and standards for home care nursing and IV nursing
services

Plays a significant role in the development, evaluation and implementation of standards of practice and related
policies and procedures, ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards relating to nursing.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:
Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. CRNI certification a plus.

EXPERIENCE:
Three years of IV related experience. Previous experience in the home care or home infusion setting is desirable . Case Management experience a plus.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Experienced in the care of peripheral and central lines. The ability to troubleshoot potential problems that may arise
in dealing with IV therapy. Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential
toxicities. Ability to work independently. Must have excellent customer service skills (both verbal and written) and
have effective interpersonal skills. Proficient computer skills.

ACCOUNTABILITY:
Communicates effectively, adheres to standards of professional behaviors and high reliability organizations

COMPLEXITY:
In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right
thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences),
accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic).
Requires a considerable understanding of home care/home infusion payment models, standards of practice, and
regulations.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Registered Nurse with valid (or eligible) Connecticut licensure required

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