Registered Nurse (RN) – Injection Specialist
Pullman, Washington
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in administering injections to join our healthcare team.
Posted Sep 29
- Shift and hours
- Variable Job Type: Per Diem Rate: $50/hr Schedule: Variable Job Summary:
- Unit and setting
- designated injection room · Outpatient Administers injections in designated injection room for patient comfort.
- License
- RN license Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state you are applying for.Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state applied for
- Term
- Per Diem Job Type: Per Diem Rate: $50/hr Schedule: Variable Job Summary:
Do you qualify?
- License
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state applied for Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state you are applying for.
- Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting.
- Experience
- Experience with injection techniques and medications Experience with a variety of injection techniques and medications.
- Also asks
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology and potential medication interactions Strong knowledge of pharmacology and potential medication interactions.
- Also asks
- Excellent communication and patient education skills Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Also asks
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring patient safety and comfort Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Preferred
- Experience
- Outpatient clinic or hospital setting experience
- Experience
- Experience in an addiction related field Experience in an addiction related field.
- Also asks
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Washington PRN rolesWashington PRN postings that state pay run $38/hr to $77/hr, the middle half $46/hr to $64/hr, across 186 postings.
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Administer intramuscular and subcutaneous injections following proper protocols Administer various types of injections, including intramuscular and subcutaneous, while following proper protocols and guidelines.
- Day to day
- Assess patients prior to injection administration for safety and appropriateness Assess patients prior to injection administration to ensure safety and appropriateness of treatment.
- Day to day
- Educate patients regarding injection purpose, benefits, and potential side effects Educate patients about the purpose, benefits, and possible side effects of injections.
- Day to day
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions and intervene when needed Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate interventions if needed.
- Day to day
- Maintain accurate documentation of injections and patient responses Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of injections and patient responses.
- Day to day
- Follow strict infection control and medication administration guidelines Follow strict infection control and medication administration guidelines.
- Day to day
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare team members Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.
- Day to day
- Store and handle medications and injection supplies properly Ensure all medications and injection supplies are stored and handled properly.
- Day to day
- Stay updated on injection best practices, new medications, and safety regulations Stay updated on best practices, new medications, and safety regulations related to injections.
- Day to day
- Comply with national PHI laws including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 Complies with national PHI laws including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
- Details
- General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels.
- Details
- Standing for extended periods and occasional lifting may be required Standing for extended periods and occasional lifting may be required.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
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Job Type: Per Diem Rate: $50/hr
Schedule
Variable
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in administering injections to join our healthcare team. The RN Injection Specialist will administer injections safely and effectively, educate patients on treatments, monitor adverse reactions, and maintain accurate documentation. This role requires excellent patient care, attention to detail, and adherence to best practices in medication administration.
Key
Responsibilities
- Administer various types of injections, including intramuscular and subcutaneous, while following proper protocols and guidelines.
- Assess patients prior to injection administration to ensure safety and appropriateness of treatment.
- Educate patients about the purpose, benefits, and possible side effects of injections.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate interventions if needed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of injections and patient responses.
- Follow strict infection control and medication administration guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensure all medications and injection supplies are stored and handled properly.
- Stay updated on best practices, new medications, and safety regulations related to injections.
- Complies with national PHI laws including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state you are applying for.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Experience with a variety of injection techniques and medications.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology and potential medication interactions.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Preferred
Experience
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Experience in an addiction related field.
Work Environment
- General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels.
- Administers injections in designated injection room for patient comfort.
- Standing for extended periods and occasional lifting may be required.
If you are a dedicated RN with expertise in injections and a passion for patient care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!
We’re Committed to Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Ideal Option is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Except where required or permitted by law, employment practices shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of any mental, sensory or physical handicap, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The person aggrieved should make their own choice as to whom of the above parties they wish to report their problem. Any employee found to have engaged in actions in violation of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action which may include immediate discharge.
What's around it?
Pullman, WAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 7% above the US average
- Median rent
- $1,062/mo
- Household income
- $46,812/yr, all local households, not nurse pay