Description
The Nurse Manager role in Home Infusion is seeking a self–starter that is willing to collaboratively build up this program. The team is searching for an experienced nurse with knowledge of infusion therapy and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be able to align UVA with third party contractors in order to facilitate home therapy across Virginia and uphold UVA' s standard of care along with it. Initially, this role will not have staff directly reporting to the manager. As the program grows, so will the staff! This is an excellent opportunity for someone that is looking to merge project management and managerial duties. If you are looking for the opportunity to progress in your career and be the forefront of a new program, we want to speak to you!
Manages the operations of a patient care area(s) in the provision of nursing care to patients and their families. A transformation leader that directs the activities of patient care and support staff.
Will help set up the home infusion nursing program for UVA to establish care for specialty infusions
Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements specific to accreditation standards.
Manages the day to day operations of patient care in the provision of nursing care to patients and their families
Reviews patient chart for admission criteria, assessing patient?s needs will be met, therapy is appropriate and environment is safe
A transformation leader that directs the activities of patient care and support staff.
Adjusts schedule according to patient flow
Develops programs that address continuous quality improvement, system enhancement, streamlined processes, patience experience, and overall nurse performance.
Ensures that the highest quality of nursing care is provided to patients and their families
Develops and manages partnerships with clinicians, physicians, and administrative counterparts to achieve common goals
This role also included clinical practice and staff development.
Will need to administer infusions and monitor patients in the home during treatment if needed and provide education to patients
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.
- Experience in caring for wide–age and diverse groups
- Proficient in establishing peripheral intravenous (IV) access
Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver?s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years .
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The job does occasionally require traveling some distance.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician?s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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