Infusion RN

Memorial Hospital - Hixson • Chattanooga, TN

4d • $30 - $43

About The Position

This position provides professional nursing care for patients undergoing non-chemotherapy and chemotherapy infusions and injections, as well as mid-line and peripherally inserted central catheter placement. The nurse applies current treatment modalities to patient care and administers infusions, injections, testing, and line insertions according to institutional policies, standards, and guidelines.

The role also includes answering phones, scheduling patients, maintaining a positive patient experience, and upholding the organization’s core values and mission. The nurse provides patients and families with emotional support, information, and guidance during treatment, and educates them about health and illness to help maintain optimal physical and emotional functioning.

Requirements

• Completion of a diploma nursing program or an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ASN).
• Active RN license in Tennessee and Georgia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification before the start date.
• Chemotherapy certification through ONS, or obtain chemotherapy certification within 18 months; certification is verified in the department.
• One year of RN experience.
• Proficiency in starting peripheral IVs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for patients undergoing non-chemotherapy and chemotherapy infusions and injections.
• Insert mid-lines and peripherally inserted central catheters.
• Apply knowledge of current treatment modalities to patient care.
• Administer infusions, injections, testing, and line insertions according to institutional policy, standards, and guidelines.
• Answer phones and schedule patients.
• Maintain the patient experience and uphold the organization’s core values and mission.
• Provide patients and families with emotional support, information, and guidance during treatment.
• Educate patients and families about health and illness to maintain optimal physical and emotional functioning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree