in Garland County, AR
Job Description
Discover a rewarding career at ARcare. We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused Infusion Nurse to join the ARcare team. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, including administering prescribed medications and infusion therapies, while monitoring patient conditions and ensuring a seamless care experience. You will work closely with the Nurse Manager and the clinical team to assess patient needs, plan and adjust care, and educate patients about health maintenance and community support services.
The ideal candidate will excel in a dynamic clinical environment, demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and possess a commitment to delivering high-quality care. This position is perfect for someone who thrives on building trust with patients and collaborating with team members to improve health outcomes.
Reasonable Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and chart patient conditions, noting changes and responding to adverse reactions
- Administer prescribed medications and intravenous fluids, recording details accurately
- Measure and document vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure, and respiration
- Collect patient samples, including blood, as needed for testing
- Educate patients on health maintenance, adoption of healthy behaviors, and available community resources
- Assist in coordinating smooth transitions of care across multiple settings
- Efficiently use health information systems to manage and improve patient care
- Incorporate quality indicators and patient-specific variables into care plans
- Discharge patients following the completion of therapies
- Participate in team meetings and training to stay current on best practices and compliance requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills & Attributes:
- Accountability and a strong sense of responsibility
- Accuracy in documenting and administering treatments
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Empathy and sensitivity to patient needs
- Honesty, integrity, and adherence to ethical standards
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and in fast-paced settings
- Self-motivated and driven to excel in patient care
