Nurse II, Oncology - Infusion/Acute Care
About The Position
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA Job Family Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Nice To Haves
- Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care.
- Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.
Responsibilities
- Independently manages care for a typical infusion oncology patient caseload.
- Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive treatments following established protocols.
- Monitors patients for expected toxicities and infusion reactions; initiates appropriate interventions.
- Applies symptom management protocols and coordinates care with providers and team members.
- Recognizes and escalates abnormal reactions or complications beyond expected patterns.
- Provides patient and family education on treatment regimens, side effects, and home care.
- Participates in care for clinical trial patients and follows protocol-specific requirements.
- Prioritizes patient care and manages workflow within the infusion setting.
- Communicates patient status and treatment updates with interdisciplinary teams.
- Serves as an informal resource for staff on routine infusion workflows and treatments.
- Maintains accurate documentation and adheres to oncology safety standards.
- At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system.
- Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
