Job Title : Registered Nurse - Oncology Infusion Clinic Job Specialty : Adult Oncology Job Duration : 13 Months Shift : Days 4x10 Hr Guaranteed Hours : 40 Per Week Experience : Minimum of 1 year License : Current RN License (or multistate compact RN License) Certifications : - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association- Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)- ONS / ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Must-Have : - Oncology Experience - Chemotherapy Proficiency - RN License - Patient Care Abilities - Patient Education Skills Job Description : - Provide nursing care to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.
- Administer PO, SC injections, chemotherapy drugs, and other medications as ordered by a physician.- Consult with medical personnel to provide expert information about chemotherapy and its side effects.
- Assume responsibility for clinic specific assignments.- Document patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician orders.
- Assist physicians during conscious sedation procedures and minor diagnostic treatments.- Monitor physiological data and intervene as necessary.
- Initiate, regulate, and monitor intravenous infusions and blood products.- Deliver competent patient care, engaging with family and patients to share care plans during clinic visits, discharge, and follow-up via phone triage.
- Provide patient education related to chemotherapy and answer inquiries.- Make referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
- Delegate tasks to support staff and schedule patient follow-up activities.- Perform additional duties as assigned.