Home Infusion Registered Nurse - Per Diem (JD21A) V.10.09.19.A - Job Description

Sep 14, 2026

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Home Infusion Registered Nurse - Per Diem (JD21A) focuses on safe administration of parenteral products in patients’ homes while delivering professional nursing care. The role includes reviewing orders and health records, administering parenteral medications per the treatment plan, and assessing and monitoring patient health to detect symptom changes and determine when additional intervention is needed. It emphasizes accurate documentation in the EMR, compliance with state and federal regulations, patient and clinical communications, and readiness to perform infusion and related nursing tasks.

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JOB DESCRIPTION: HOME INFUSION REGISTERED NURSE – PER DIEM (JD21A) V.10.09.19.A JOB INFORMATION The Home Infusion Registered Nurse is responsible for providing safe administration of parenteral products along with professional nursing care for patients in their home. JOB SUMMARY The Home Infusion Nurse will work in order to provide a positive, safe, and professional patient care experience. S/he is responsible for the quality and accuracy of services provided and will perform all tasks with the utmost care for the patient’s wellbeing. S/he will thoroughly review patient orders, medications, and health records and will administer parenteral medications in accordance with the treatment plan. S/he will need to assess and monitor a patient’s health status and must be able to detect changes in symptoms or health status and know when additional intervention is necessary. S/he must thoroughly and accurately document all activities in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and will maintain ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations including. S/he will have regular contact with patients and clinical staff and will always maintain a professional appearance and conduct. S/he will report to the Clinical Director. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse – Infusion include, but are not limited to: • Provides friendly and professional service in person, over the phone and through written communications • Demonstrates empathy and understanding to establish a rapport with patients and caregivers • Initiates and maintains IV access for infusions • Safely and accurately administers medications, without errors, including oral, IM, SQ, and IV products • Performs ongoing patient assessments and notifies the supervising clinician of all abnormal findings • Uses technology to thoroughly document all patient care activities and interventions according to organizational policy and procedure • Performs phlebotomy procedures, when necessary • Accurately performs necessary nursing responsibilities including, but not limited to obtaining lab specimens, performing vital signs, and administering oxygen therapy • Demonstrates appropriate storage and handling of drug products as well as human specimens • Counsels/advises patients regarding symptom/side effect management during therapy and within the scope of practice • Teaches patients and family members regarding the treatment care plan and what to expect and thoroughly documents the teaching and response to teaching • Communicates clearly and effectively with patients, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals • Exhibits compassion and instills trust with patients and caregivers • Collects and records all patient data as required per the care plan and/or other protocol and analyzes patient trends and outcomes • Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of medications and medication regimens • Obtains patient informed consent, when necessary • Demonstrates an organized and efficient prioritization of workload and responsibilities • Maintains a current knowledge of all equipment utilized and performs and/or oversees routine maintenance, calibration, and quality assurance of all equipment • Maintains professional conduct at all times • Actively participates with organizational quality and performance improvement efforts • Demonstrates a commitment toward exhibiting the organization’s core values and advancing the organization’s strategic goals • Performs all other duties as required and assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES The Home Infusion Nurse does not hold any direct supervisory roles. QUALIFICATIONS • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and at least 1 year of experience as a registered nurse or recent graduate with prior experience as an IV Certified LVN/LPN with one-year professiona

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What are the core responsibilities of the Home Infusion Registered Nurse?

Provide safe administration of parenteral products and professional nursing care in patients’ homes. Review patient orders and records, administer medications per the treatment plan, and assess and monitor health status changes.

Which documentation requirements apply to this role?

All activities must be thoroughly and accurately documented in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and performed in ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations.

What qualifications and certifications are required?

Completion of an accredited nursing program and at least 1 year of RN experience (or a recent graduate with relevant IV experience). A required RN license, current CPR/BLS certification, required driver’s license and vehicle operation permission with liability insurance, plus basic computer knowledge and willingness to travel up to 100%.

Sep 14, 2026

Uploaded by Mason