Job Description Summary
The Infusion Nurse in Neuroimmunology reports to the System Admin Officer for Neurosciences Under general supervision, the Infusion Nurse provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.
Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. LPN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the LPN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details — a minimum of two years of work experience as a registered nurse required.
Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
C) Continuous = 6-8 hours per shift; (F) Frequent = 2-6 hours per shift; (I) Infrequent = 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job junctions while standing (C), while sitting (I), while walking (F). Ability to climb stairs (I); work indoors (C); work from elevated areas (I); work in confined/cramped spaces (I); perform job functions from kneeling positions (I); bend at the waist (F); twist at the waist (F); squat and perform job functions(I); perform ‘pinching’ operations (I); and fully use both hands/arms (C). Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (F), ability to fully use both legs (C), Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. Unassisted (I). Ability to lift/lower objects 50lbs from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (I). Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25lbs (I). Ability to exert up to 50lbs of force (F), examples include: To transfer a 100lb patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50lbs of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20lbs of force is needed to push a 400lb patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25lbs of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain vision 20/40 corrected (C). Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or a distance (C). Ability to match or discriminate between colors (C). Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception (C). Good peripheral vision capabilities (C). Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction (C). Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements (C). Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations (C). Ability to work overtime as required (F). Ability to work in a latex-safe environment (C)
Computer literacy, ability to work rotating shifts, provide extended leadership coverage as needed, ability to learn, and use new processes, tools equipment as required.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type?
RegularCost Center
CC000437 CHS - Epilepsy Center (Main)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-23Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
1.1Utilize the nursing process to facilitate age-appropriate patient care coordination activities based on individual patient needs in a safe environment. Edit
a. Assess and interpret findings for vital signs, height, weight, and other required body measurements.
b. Assess and document results from positive required screenings completed for the individual patient population.
c. Implement and document the provider/nursing plan of care, and document the patient’s desired outcomes.
d. Evaluate and document patients’ responses to plan of care, pain, medication usage, follow-up tests, procedures, and treatments.
e. Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
f. Demonstrate knowledge of hospital policies, procedures, nursing standards, and legal issues in areas of specialty.
g. Follow correct unit safety procedures and maintain competency for unit and hospital mandatory requirements.
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20.0%
1.2
Provide patient instruction that results in increased understanding and improved outcomes.
a. Document teaching in EMR following policy.
b. Participate in updating clinic specific educational materials.
c. Provide and document education specific to the reason for visit/patient problem, including given in clinic medications.
10.0%
10.0%
1.3
Coordinate continuation of the plan of care utilizing all methods of communication between patient and clinic.
a. Adhere to unit protocols used for phone triage.
Additional Job Description
The Infusion Nurse in Neuroimmunology reports to the Ambulatory Services Director. Under general supervision, the Infusion Nurse provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.
Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program. Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
C) Continuous = 6-8 hours per shift; (F) Frequent = 2-6 hours per shift; (I) Infrequent = 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job junctions while standing (C), while sitting (I), while walking (F). Ability to climb stairs (I); work indoors (C); work from elevated areas (I); work in confined/cramped spaces (I); perform job functions from kneeling positions (I); bend at the waist (F); twist at the waist (F); squat and perform job functions(I); perform ‘pinching’ operations (I); and fully use both hands/arms (C). Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (F), ability to fully use both legs (C), Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. Unassisted (I). Ability to lift/lower objects 50lbs from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (I). Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25lbs (I). Ability to exert up to 50lbs of force (F), examples include: To transfer a 100lb patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50lbs of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20lbs of force is needed to push a 400lb patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25lbs of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain vision 20/40 corrected (C). Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or a distance (C). Ability to match or discriminate between colors (C). Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception (C). Good peripheral vision capabilities (C). Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction (C). Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements (C). Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations (C). Ability to work overtime as required (F). Ability to work in a latex-safe environment (C)
Computer literacy, ability to work rotating shifts, provide extended leadership coverage as needed, ability to learn, and use new processes, tools equipment as required.
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