Infusion LPN at ARIZONA ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

Lake Havasu City, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, IV Insertion, IV Removal, Phlebotomy, Medication Administration, Patient Charting, BLS Certification, Medical Documentation, Sterile Technique, Inventory Management, Communication Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C. is the largest private Rheumatology practice in the United States. The practice has over 60 providers, 15 sites and over 350 employees providing assessments and treatments for our rheumatology patients. Our providers work together to keep patients healthy and are recognized for excellence in medicine and for being pioneers in new treatments, ably supported by our Research department. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Our vision is to provide the best Rheumatology care, anywhere and to balance sustainable operation with the highest possible level of patient care. We are seeking an ambitious, friendly, positive, and compassionate Infusion Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Infusion Team. The Infusion LPN is the clinical assistant to the Infusion Registered Nurse. The Infusion LPN will work alongside the Infusion RNs in the Infusion suites to assist AARA’s Infusion patients. The role of an Infusion LPN within AARA is to assist Infusion RNs by greeting patients, taking vitals and weight, answering patient questions, and preparing them to be seen by the Physician, APC, and Infusion RN for their IV infusion. RESPONSIBILITIES Greet patients and sign in Infusion patients according to established protocols Schedule / Reschedule Infusion patient appointments, if necessary Assist with charting and recording infusion vitals/administration Perform verbal pre-infusion questionnaire with patient Obtain vitals including weight on patient prior to beginning infusion, during infusion and at discontinuation Draw labs at the appropriate AARA / LSARA protocols for any medications given whether IV/Injection Administer injections as ordered Insertion and Removal of IV and correct documentation of procedure Administering Pre-Mixed Medications Maintain sterile environment at all times Maintain drug inventory & medical supply stock Obtain external medical orders and records for patients as needed for outside physicians Respond and comply to requests for information Ensure Infusion clinical suite area is well maintained, neat and clean Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality BLS Certification Learn more about AARA on our website at http://azarthritis.com Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Essential Valid LPN in good standing A high-level dedication to excellent patient care, office teamwork, detail and accuracy are required Must have good oral and written communication skills, good computer skills, be flexible and dependable, and be able to multitask in a fast-paced medical office environment BLS Certified Desirable General clerical experience or knowledge IV experience

Responsibilities

The Infusion LPN assists Registered Nurses by greeting patients, taking vitals, and preparing patients for IV infusions. Responsibilities include administering injections, drawing labs, and maintaining a sterile clinical environment.