Supervisor Infusion Nurse (Rn) - Neurology

William Backus Hospital Norwich , CT 06360

Posted 2 months ago

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Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. We consist of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.

Job Summary:

Responsible for managing designated operational unit to ensure superior customer service and patient care in a highly efficient and cost-effective manner. Oversees clinical operations, as well as the day to day operational activities supporting designated practice. Acts as point person for any and all practice related activities and issues. Able to analyze challenging clinical situations and problem solve and enact solutions.

Responsibilities:

Provides office-based nursing IV infusion therapy
Proficiently inserts Peripheral IV's, access or de-access chest ports, intramuscular injections, and venipuncture per protocol and INS standards.
Hanging and titrating chemotherapy, immunotherapies, and other infusible medications as ordered by office protocols.
Communicates with provider regarding patient needs, nursing assessments, and recommendations
Monitors employee performance and conducts effective performance evaluation sessions
Regularly documents issues, performs disciplinary/coaching sessions and keeps management apprised of significant personnel and operational issues
Participates in orientation of new staff and provides in-service training to new and existing staff as needed to promote compliance with standards
Implements changes and keeps staff up to date with clear and concise communications
Oversees all activities of the assigned operational practice - provides leadership and direction to direct reports and providers, and acts as positive role model
Perform other related duties as required

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution

Experience

Three years of nursing experience in emergency room, critical care, or IV therapy

Licensure, Certification, Registration

Active CT Registered Nurse license

CPR Certification

Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Certification to be obtained within 2 years

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

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