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Healthy Kingsport

Infusion RN

Healthy Kingsport, Kingsport, Tennessee, us, 37662

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If you are a motivated and reliable person with exceptional customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, come join Holston Medical Group. We are looking for friendly, courteous employees to ensure a positive patient experience and welcome a teamwork environment.

What We Offer

Company paid Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Company paid Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k) and Roth Retirement plan with Company Contributions

Medical, Dental, Vision, and additional Life and STD Insurance

Health Savings Account Plan with company contributions

Paid time off

Paid Sick time

Paid Holidays

And more!

General Summary The Infusion/Extensivist RN works as part of a team with physicians and other registered nurses providing care for patients with multiple complex medical conditions. Establishing IV access and/or port access using aseptic/sterile technique. Reconstituting and administering medications, fluids, and biologics. Monitoring of patient’s health conditions by evaluating the patient's conditions for signs/symptoms of allergic reaction, notifying the physician and fellow nurse team, administering treatment, providing constant support during recovery, and contacting EMS if necessary. Use of multiple types of medical equipment, completing wound care, order and schedule PICC placement, order and confirmation of home health services, educating patients and their families on health lifestyle changes with the goal of avoiding hospitalization if possible. Demonstrating strong decision‑making/problem solving skills for best possible patient outcome .

Main Responsibilities

Physical assessment of patient’s medical condition and/or status

Medication reconciliation with patient and/or family member

Proficiency in obtaining IV access and obtaining lab specimens

Verifying provider orders prior to reconstituting of medication and administration

Administer medication or fluids as directed by provider to patients utilizing intravenous methods (IV, Midline, PICC, Subclavian port)

Review charts for potential drug interactions or other health concerns

Monitor patients as they receive treatment to ensure vital signs are stable and document in medical chart

Ensure that there are no complications or reactions to treatments being administered

If there are reactions or complications, take immediate action to alleviate the reaction and contact the provider and/or nurse team for assistance

Educate patients and/or their family about their conditions and how to maintain hygiene of their infusion site

Maintain/order additional equipment as needed in the infusion suite to ensure that the area has the necessary supplies

Collaborate with physicians and other medical professionals regarding the care of patients and the intravenous infusions

Perform data analysis and research as directed by the provider

Contact insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations and shipment of medication

Education/Experience/Knowledge

High School diploma or equivalent required

1-3 years experience performing infusion

Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) or Infusion Nurses Certification Corporation (INCC) preferred

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.

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