Ambulatory Biologics Nurse - Department of Dermatology – Registered Nurse, Level 2 Outpatient
About The Position
The Department of Dermatology at the University of Rochester is seeking a full-time Biologics Registered Nurse for its growing, fast-paced General Dermatology practice. This day position requires flexible shifts and focuses on supporting patients receiving biologic therapies. Under the direction of leadership, the nurse provides competent direct patient care according to established standards, contributes to unit activities, and supports improvements to the care delivery system. The role also supports peers and may include expanded responsibilities such as charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member duties. The Biologics RN administers and manages biologic injections, coordinates injection appointments and medication deliveries, educates patients about treatment procedures and potential side effects, and helps patients access assistance programs. Additional work includes telephone triage, photodynamic therapy, managing inbasket communications, and clinical support in the ambulatory setting. The nurse collaborates with providers, pharmacy, and the Prior Authorization team, and leads annual education sessions for residents. Strong communication, teamwork, and patient education skills are essential.
Requirements
- At least two years of clinical nursing experience.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient education skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in dermatology.
- Experience with biologic medications.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with established standards.
- Contribute to unit activities and support enhancement of the care delivery system.
- Support peers in delivering patient care services.
- Administer and manage biologic injections.
- Coordinate injection appointments and medication deliveries.
- Educate patients about treatment procedures and potential side effects.
- Support patients through assistance programs.
- Perform telephone triage.
- Provide photodynamic therapy.
- Manage inbasket communications.
- Provide clinical support in the ambulatory setting.
- Collaborate with providers, pharmacy, and the Prior Authorization team.
- Lead annual education sessions for residents.
- May assume expanded responsibilities, including charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
