IV Therapy Nurse RN

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the administration of medication at the physician’s request, using knowledge regarding medication and appropriate administration techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare medication upon orders by physician for administration to patient.
• Adhere to aseptic technique.
• Obtain history, drug allergies, current medications, any illness or surgery, and vital signs from patient.
• Document vital signs, treatment, and medications, to include side effects.
• Educate patient regarding visit, treatment, side effects, insurance requirements, and assistance available.
• Perform duties accurately and willingly when requested.
• Answer telephone calls and a. Take message if appropriate and document b. Schedule appointment if needed
• Assure scheduling and results received of required labs before medication administered.
• Adjust schedules according to physician request.
• Maintain a safe a quiet environment for the patients.
• Assist physician’s Medical Assistants as needed in administering medication.
• Knowledgeable in verification of insurance coverage and benefits for medications, assistance available to patients, and checking balances.
• Assist in the expedient turnover of medication administration.
• Notify patients of unexpected delays in their appointment; offer to reschedule when appropriate.
• Serve as a resource person when the need arises.
• Complete department charge slips with appropriate CPT/ICD-9/ICD-10 codes as submits for data entry on a timely basis.
• Order medications and supplies as necessary, maintaining inventory per department needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures.
• Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
• Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision.
• Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly.