Clinical Nurse III - Outpatient Infusion Clinic

City of Hope•Upland, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. We have a great opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse in our outpatient infusion clinic in Upland. The nurse plays a crucial role in providing specialized care to our patients in the outpatient chemotherapy infusion clinic. Your primary responsibility is to deliver comprehensive nursing care to the patients while assisting them through their treatment journey offering emotional support and education. The nurses at City of Hope play a vital role in improving the quality of life for cancer patients by providing expert care, support, and education throughout their cancer journey.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or master’s degree nursing is required.
Three to five years related experience.
Current California Registered Nurse license
Current BLS through American Heart Association.
Must have excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

One year oncology and chemo administration
National certification (must be obtained within 3 years of hire and must be maintained thereafter in order to Clin III status)
Two years (2) years of experience in a physician office or hospital
If applicable to your site Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health status before, during, and after chemotherapy infusion sessions.
Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and overall response to treatment.
Develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patients’ unique needs and treatment regimen.
Implement nursing interventions in line with established care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Administer chemotherapy support to patients and their families regarding the treatment process, potential side effects, and self-care strategies.
Offer emotional support, fostering a caring and empathetic environment for patients facing the challenges of cancer.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless transitions between various stages of treatment.
Schedule and facilitate follow-up appointments, actively participating in the continuity of care.
Assist patients in managing and coping with side effects and complications arising from cancer treatment.
Proactively address and alleviate symptoms, collaborating with healthcare providers as needed.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall care provided in the outpatient infusion clinic.