Infusion Registered Nurse Lead

Infusion Registered Nurse Lead

Job Code: RN1549

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

Infusion Therapy Administration:

Coordinate and administer therapeutic IV treatments and infusions, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and supportive care agents, following established protocols and guidelines.
Monitor patients closely during infusion treatments, promptly addressing and managing any complications or adverse reactions.
Manage complications associated with infusion therapies, such as adverse reactions or infusion site issues.
Demonstrate expertise in the insertion, care, and maintenance of intravenous (IV) lines and central venous devices.
Ensure compliance with infection control practices and standards in the management of vascular access devices.
Complete ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification within the first year of employment.
Maintain AHA BLS certification.
Performs the lead job duties

Patient Assessment and Management of Care:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients before, during, and after infusion therapy to evaluate their overall health and response to treatment.
Provide thorough education to patients and their caregivers on the purpose of infusion therapy, potential side effects, and self-care measures.
Work with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive comprehensive education and proper resources tailored to their care needs.

Lab Testing and Result Management:

Analyze and interpret laboratory reports related to patients' oncology status, ensuring timely communication of findings to the healthcare team.
Monitor pertinent lab results to assess patients' eligibility and qualification for specific therapies, collaborating with the provider to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Maintain certifications on all lab equipment to perform Point-of-Care (POC) testing for quick turnaround of CBCs, INRs, urinalysis testing, and blood glucose testing.
Demonstrate expertise in conducting POC testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results for immediate clinical decision-making.
Uphold quality control measures and adhere to regulatory standards in performing POC testing.

Documentation and Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting infusion therapy details, vital signs, nursing assessments, and interventions.
Ensure adherence to documentation standards and regulatory requirements.

Patient Care: Identifies opportunities to improve patient care based on feedback from staff and customers.

Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Monitors quality of core process in department.

Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient treatment goals.

Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
Participates in regular staff meeting.
Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired outcomes.

Technical Competency: Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.

Obtains complete history and physical data on patients.
Reviews patient records.
Performs a complete physical exam and records findings.
Establishes presumptive diagnosis.
Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
Provides care that is appropriate for specific age groups.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required.

Experience: Prior experience in oncology nursing and infusion therapy preferred.

Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Oncology Nursing Certification – Preferred

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and emotionally challenging environment.
Knowledge of chemotherapy drugs, their administration, and potential side effects.
Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) and other relevant healthcare technology.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 20A, Nursing

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
On call responsibilities as directed: No
Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation range for this role is $35.39 - $58.61 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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