Registered Nurse, Oncology Infusion

Regions is seeking an experienced RN to work in a part time (20 hrs. / wk.), day shift position in our Coon Rapids Clinic. In a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, you will provide professional nursing care including assessment, planning, implementation, follow-up, and evaluation in accordance with Oncology Nursing Society and institutional standards of care. When working in the oncology clinic, the nurse functions in a care coordination role, addressing patient needs and communicating with physicians, inpatient, homecare, and hospice staff as appropriate. When working in the chemotherapy infusion room, administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and other intravenous medications according to established standards. Demonstrates a caring, competent manner to instill patient confidence and contribute to an environment that is centered on the needs of patients and their families.

Work Schedule :

Mon-Friday Infusion hours : 0730-1700. Workday will vary based on department needs.

Required Qualifications :

Associate degree in nursing with one year of RN experience OR completion of a bachelor's degree in nursing OR master's degree in nursing.

One year hospital nursing or equivalent experience required. At least one year in oncology care or outpatient oncology clinic setting OR at least one year of infusion therapy experience. If no previous oncology experience, must be willing to obtain biotherapy / chemotherapy certification within 6 months of hire.

Current Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification or willing to obtain within 1 to 2 years of hire OR successful completion of 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours each Commission on Cancer accreditation cycle (tracked by dept).

Registered Nurse license in the state of Minnesota

BLS through AHA certified program.

Preferred Qualifications :

Recent experience in chemotherapy administration preferred.

Benefits :

Regions Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401K with match, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Benefits take effect first day of employment. We offer an on-site employee fitness center, an on-site physical therapy clinic for employees as well as on-site employee clinic to make it more convenient for our staff to get the care they need. We also have a Center for Employee Resilience that provides support and evidence-based practices to bring relief and build resiliency. Regions Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Laon Forgiveness program. Regions is also proud to be a Yellow Ribbon Company.