Job Description

Job Description

The Elliot Lewis Center for Multiple Sclerosis Care is hiring a per-diem infusion nurse.

The infusion center at ELC is an outpatient infusion center, treating patients with multiple sclerosis. Frequently administered therapies include Ocrevus, Tysabri, Briumvi and Rituxan.

The nurse’s responsibilities include mixing and administering IV medications and monitoring patients throughout the infusions. The nurse works closely with the team of doctors, nurses, infusion coordinator, clinical research team and administrative staff to ensure the best possible patient care. 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment, evaluation and review medications
• Place peripheral intravenous access; draw blood for lab tests when needed
• Mix and administer IV medications
• Monitor patients throughout infusions including monitoring vital signs, assessing intravenous sites, adjusting infusion rates, and performing assessments for possible reactions
• Provide education for new patients and emotional support throughout treatment
• Document electronically
• Work closely with the infusion coordinator to ensure patients are authorized by insurance and scheduled for next treatment
• Assist in managing inventory

Skills and Abilities Required

• BSN
• Strong IV skills and infusion experience required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and physicians

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