IV Specialist - Registered Nurse

Bird Point Vital Health Inc
Anchorage, Alaska

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Answers questions and provides information to patients on compound ingredients,

dosage, storage medication(s), use of medication(s), pertinent interaction(s) and other

information relating to the compounded medication(s)

Mixes pharmaceutical preparations and appropriately labels containers

Establishes and maintains compounding records and enters prescription data

accurately

Assists the clinic team in providing patient care

Assists in maintaining inventory of the IV area, including, but not limited to : labels,

medication, compounding ingredients, vials, etc.

Cleans and helps maintain equipment and work areas according to SOPs

Maintains proper storage and security conditions of vitamins, ingredients and finished

compounds

Follows established SOPs, assists with formulation development of new SOPs and

data entry, and competence in mathematical calculations

Effectively communicates with prescribers and other healthcare professionals,

conveying appropriate information to designated staff for proper compounding of IV

vitamins and IM Quickshots

Attends professional meetings and interacts professionally with patients, staff and

external associates as needed

Delegates tasks to other staff members according to individual strengths / weaknesses.

Oversees SOP implementation, training verification, formulation of medications, CQI,

quality of ingredients, staffing requirements, patient-specific needs, and any other

aspect of work in the IV area

Evaluate, plan, implement and document nursing care for clients

Prepare IV & IM vitamins for administration with appropriate technique

Inserting, monitoring and removing IV - ensuring needles and tubing stay in place

during treatment, and procedure is done as easily and comfortably as possible.

Oversight of the client during the infusion process

Reviewing treatment plans and ensuring the clients are up to date with labs and f / u

appointments

Clean and maintain infusion room & sterile hood

Various Office and Customer Service duties to include but not limited to scheduling

appointments, verifying the correct forms are filled out and complete, reviewing health

history forms, and providing excellent customer service

Performs venipuncture. Possible accesses implanted ports or PICC lines

Orders and maintains adequate IV supplies

Triage's patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the

client’s chart

Follows Daily, Weekly, Monthly Requirements for Lab and staff

Additional tasks as needed

Qualifications

Continuous speaking, hearing and visual effort.

Frequently required to walk, stand and sit. Use hands to use / hold various

compounding equipment and machinery. Reach with hands and arms. Occasionally

required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl to manipulate equipment or storage of

supplies.

Occasional lifting of equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds and carrying

objects of varying weights.

Position requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Position requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling

anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior (even in very difficult situations).

Position requires being open to change (positive and negative) and to considerable

variety in the workplace.

Position requires managing one pharmacy technician and verifying compounds and

processes performed by clinic staff.

Possible travel for training and symposiums.

Stress due to pressures with dealing with a number of different personalities where

patience is required.

Frequent work interruptions.

Strong venous access skills; must be able to access peripheral veins easily without

backup.

Availability to work evening and weekend hours if needed, and flexibility to work

alternate shifts on short notice.

Patient-centric attitude and commitment to quality client care

Outstanding organization skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-energy

environment

Initiative, creativity, problem-solving ability, adaptability, and flexibility

Ability to work without direct supervision and practice autonomously

Have a working knowledge of all the infusions, their purpose, and side effects

Educate / market other services available at the center

Ability to commit to at least 32 - 64 hours of coverage per month, with 4 hours on

Saturday or Sunday

Specific Qualifications

1. RN active, unrestricted license in the state of Alaska ; graduate of accredited

Nursing program

2. Minimum of 2 years infusion experience required having performed no less than

15,000 IV sticks

3. Previous experience administering IV infusion therapy

4. Current BLS CPR certification

Company Description

The DRIPBaR Anchorage is the premier destination for IV drip therapy! Our team is looking for skilled specialists to provide the great experience for our clients.

We provide a luxurious spa atmosphere to reach optimal health through professional infusion services. Our service is to provide the top-tier IV drip treatments tailored specifically for each individual and allow to deliver maximum results.

Come and join our team The DRIPBaR Anchorage!

Company Description

The DRIPBaR Anchorage is the premier destination for IV drip therapy! Our team is looking for skilled specialists to provide the great experience for our clients.

We provide a luxurious spa atmosphere to reach optimal health through professional infusion services. Our service is to provide the top-tier IV drip treatments tailored specifically for each individual and allow to deliver maximum results.

Come and join our team The DRIPBaR Anchorage!

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