Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, instructs patients and families in infusion therapy administration, and delivers direct patient care as required.
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Conducts initial nursing assessments and evaluations to qualify patients for appropriateness and safety of home infusion therapy, along with any other needed specialized nursing care and educational needs
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Trains patients and/or caregivers in all procedures and equipment
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Visits all assigned patients as ordered, and documents client’s compliance
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Provides direct patient care as ordered and allowed by state law
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Inventories patient factor and supplies, informs pharmacy of patient’s needs
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Provides other healthcare workers with feedback on all patients and gives suggestions for changes in procedure/protocols