South Plainfield
Job Title: RN Supervisor Location: LSC-Montrose Department Name: Home Infusion Req #: 0000217513 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $83,156.00 - $117.46 annually Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: The RN Supervisor for our Home Infusion department coordinates the nursing component for home infusion therapies. Supervises IV certified nurse's daily activities from the office setting, and acts as a resource person. Participates in program development, quality assurance and the delivery of care. Remains familiar with all pumps, access devices, drugs and central lines. Develops and maintains relationships with referral services and client base. Determines appropriateness of patients for home therapy. Does patient care when needed and on-call. Provides direct care to clients in their home. Instructs and supervises the client and/or significant other in the safe administration of the appropriate therapy. Instructs in the safe storage and disposal of supplies, potential side effects, and supervision as well as evaluation during the course of the therapy. Starts, restarts, and maintains IV access devices, as required. Remains familiar with the operation and maintenance of all pumps, supplies and access devices. Qualifications: Required: • Current licensure by the New Jersey Board of Nursing as a Registered Professional Nurse., • IV certification required., • Successful completion of all orientation programs., • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Licensed RN., • PICC and Chemo certification, • Full-Time, Salaried position– 37.5 hours a week, • Assists manager with completing the nursing schedule on a weekly., • Coordinates nursing for Medicare/Medicaid recipients with a certified agency., • Faxes MD orders, client info and completes coordination of care with the nursing agency., • Helps coordinate setting up paperwork in CPR system., • Hazards include risk of exposure to communicable disease and risk of physical injury from lifting patients and operation of equipment., • Office environment at site, extensive travel and conditions vary at patient's home., • Maintains the nursing personnel charts., • Makes arrangements for teaching to home infusion patients and caregivers as required., • Provides nursing staff with their schedules, clear and concise instruction regarding assignment and time management when necessary., • Provides ongoing case management for all home infusion patients., • Receives and evaluates referrals for home care appropriateness for the nursing component for home infusion therapies per MD orders., • Responsible for nursing competencies, utilizing the skills checklist., • Responsible for orientation of all new IV RNs as well as continuing education., • Understands and adheres to the company policy and requirements., • Understands and participates on different committees or plans., • Updates policies annually., • Verifies nurses licenses every 6 months., • Verifies nurses with the OIG monthly., • Verifies supplies needed with the pharmacy department, assists with coordination of delivery times and communicates such with field nurses., • Verifies the appropriateness of the nursing visit, reviews the nursing notes for completeness and accuracy and assures notes are in the computer within 7 days of visit., • Willing to be cross trained to work or assist in other areas., • Helps co-workers when appropriate., • Willingness and flexible to work alternating work schedules on short notice., • Will support management and do what is asked., • Always calls the patient the night before to schedule a visit., • Will notify patient if running late or will not meet the agreed upon time set., • Arranges with the pharmacy for needed supplies, including medications as well as pick-up of sharps containers., • Attends ongoing continuing edentations to keep current with certifications and up to date on home infusion therapies., • Communicates in a timely manner with Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor to ensure continuity of care every day., • Leaves report daily., • Communicates with physicians to report client's response to therapy, clarification and updating orders., • Completes UOR s when appropriate., • Completes time sheets and expense vouchers within appropriate time frames., • Conducts initial assessment, evaluation/teaching, completing all necessary documentation and returning it to the office within one week of visit., • Educates the patient and/or caregiver on the administration of the prescribed therapy, side effects of the medication, potential complications of access device and use of equipment., • Follows current guidelines for infection control and waste disposal recommended by the CDC as verified through infection control logs., • Maintains vehicle safety while engaging the use of cell phone, eg: using hand free device, and obeys all local ordinances., • Obtains physician orders for discontinuing home infusion therapy if appropriate or required and generates the order in the chart., • Recognizes those inappropriately assigned to home infusion therapy, and notifies appropriate persons so alternative care can be provided., • Remains knowledgeable regarding the action, side effects, adverse reactions and precautions relating to procedures and therapies administered., • Reports to Nurse Manager any conditions not conducive of optimal patient care., • Reviews Bill of Rights, gets consents signed, does fall assessment, reviews patient meds and completes profile with all patients. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health. • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance, • Dental and Vision Insurance, • Retirement Plans, • Short & Long Term Disability, • Life & Accidental Death Insurance, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, • Wellness Programs, • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer
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