Position Purpose:
At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Outpatient Infusion Registered Nurse RN specializes in administering medications and fluids through intravenous (IV) lines.
What You Will Do:
Infusion nurses administer medications, fluids, and blood products directly into patients’ veins, closely monitoring them for reactions and complications during and after infusions.
Vascular Access Device (VAD) Management: This includes inserting, maintaining, and removing various types of IV lines, such as peripheral IV lines, central lines, and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines).
They educate patients and caregivers about the infusion process, potential side effects, and home care if needed.
Infusion nurses work with a team of healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
Required:
Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
Valid RN license in the state of Connecticut.
Ideal candidates will have 1 year of experience in IV Infusion or Ambulatory Infusion sites, which is highly preferred.
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
Consideration will be given, provided the expertise includes two or more years of medical/surgical nursing experience in an acute inpatient setting.
BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) — certification support available post-hire.
Position Highlights:
Full-Time – 32 hours/week - Day Shift.
No weekends or holidays required.
Ministry/Facility Information:
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. A member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it is one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Saint Francis is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a 617-bed hospital, and a major teaching hospital committed to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.