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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and skilled IV Therapy Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in administering intravenous treatments, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring the highest standards of care. As an IV Therapy Nurse, you will be responsible for preparing and administering IV medications, fluids, and blood products, as well as educating patients and their families about the procedures and potential side effects. You will work closely with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans. Your role will also involve maintaining accurate patient records, managing IV supplies, and adhering to strict infection control protocols. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure situations. This position requires a current nursing license, certification in IV therapy, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. If you are passionate about patient care and have a proven track record in IV therapy, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our team.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor patient responses to IV therapy and report any adverse reactions.
- Educate patients and their families about IV procedures and potential side effects.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
- Manage and order IV supplies and equipment.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols.
- Perform venipuncture and insert IV catheters.
- Assess patient veins and determine the best insertion sites.
- Ensure patient comfort and safety during IV therapy.
- Provide post-IV care and monitor for complications.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
- Stay updated on the latest IV therapy techniques and best practices.
- Assist in emergency situations requiring IV access.
- Follow hospital or clinic policies and procedures.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Document all IV therapy procedures and patient interactions.
- Ensure proper disposal of IV materials and sharps.
- Support other nursing staff as needed.
Requirements
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- Certification in IV therapy.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in IV therapy.
- Strong knowledge of IV medications and fluids.
- Excellent venipuncture and catheter insertion skills.
- Ability to monitor and assess patient responses.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
- Commitment to patient safety and comfort.
- Knowledge of infection control protocols.
- Ability to educate patients and families.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a healthcare team.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.
- Ability to handle and manage IV supplies and equipment.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends.
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Physical stamina to perform nursing duties.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with IV therapy and venipuncture?
- How do you ensure patient comfort and safety during IV procedures?
- What steps do you take to monitor for and manage adverse reactions to IV therapy?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations or emergencies requiring IV access?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you educated a patient or family about IV therapy?
- How do you stay updated on the latest IV therapy techniques and best practices?
- What strategies do you use to maintain accurate and detailed patient records?
- How do you manage and order IV supplies and equipment?
- Can you describe a challenging IV insertion you performed and how you handled it?
- How do you collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop care plans?