You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an Infusion Registered Nurse responsible for placing peripheral lines, teaching infusion patients medication self-administration, charting daily lab results, and using electronic medical records effectively. The role involves overseeing patient care needs, ensuring equipment safety, and supporting professional practice standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Place peripheral lines and teach patients self-administration of medications, documenting in the medical record.
- Review and chart laboratory results, and relay information to physicians or patients.
- E-prescribe medications and communicate with pharmacies as per doctor's orders.
- Handle patient and other telephone inquiries.
- Review EMR charts, order lab results, and document necessary fields for eligible meaningful use.
- Conduct quality assurance and educational tasks as requested.
- Evaluate patient care needs using clinical judgment and set priorities.
- Monitor safety and effectiveness of environment and equipment.
- Facilitate effective interpersonal communications within the facility.
- Provide clinic coverage as needed.
- Adhere to standards of nursing practice, JCAHO, state and local laws, and company policy.
Qualifications
- 2 years of RN experience
- Strong vascular access skills, including IV starts, port access, and PICC line maintenance
- Outpatient experience preferred
- ER (Emergency Room) or critical care background preferred due to potential for adverse reactions
Skills
- Technical skills related to vascular access and EMR usage
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
