Oncology Infusion Nurse | BWH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides and coordinates care for patients in ambulatory/outpatient oncology and medical infusion areas. Work locations may include the BWH main campus in Boston, 850 Boylston in Chestnut Hill, and other off-site locations, as determined by clinical and staffing needs. The nurse works collaboratively with patients, families, and colleagues to provide safe, high-quality, evidence-informed care in an inclusive environment.

The RN is a Massachusetts-registered professional nurse accountable for planning and providing care to assigned patients in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care and the Nursing Department’s Clinical Practice Manual. The role includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care; managing patients with complex needs; educating patients and families; coordinating discharge planning; and collaborating with the healthcare team. The position is directly responsible to a designated nurse manager or supervisor and is functionally responsible for supervising other RNs and technical and support personnel.

This is a 40-hour-per-week, onsite position with a variable, rotating shift and weekend rotation. The work takes place in patient-care environments where exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, including chemotherapeutic agents, radioisotopes, and radiation, may occur. The work also entails walking and lifting, with a NIOSH-recommended maximum lifting limit of 35 pounds and a reasonably comparable standard for pushing and pulling.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Current registration as a nurse in Massachusetts.
• For newly licensed nurses, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
• At least 2 years of current oncology nursing experience.
• Current or recent (within 3 years) experience with central lines, including accessing skills.
• Current or recent (within 3 years) proficient IV skills, including insertion skills.
• Basic analytic thinking necessary to care for a group of patients.
• Observational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Ability to function under stress with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective skills applying hospital standards for service, teamwork, communication, respect for others, and time and priority management.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including walking, lifting up to the stated 35-pound limit, and reasonably comparable pushing and pulling.
• Ability to work a weekend rotation per MNA contract.

Nice To Haves

• Medical or oncology infusion experience.
• Ambulatory EPIC experience.
• OCN certification.
• Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
• Certification in a specialty area is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate a plan of care for assigned patients, setting priorities according to patient acuity.
• Maintain continuity of care through clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Document care clearly and in compliance with nursing documentation standards.
• Develop and revise comprehensive plans of care based on patient and family assessments and input from the healthcare team and records.
• Develop and document patient and family education plans using appropriate resources.
• Develop discharge plans using appropriate resources, referrals, and community resources.
• Evaluate care outcomes and document progress toward goals.
• Participate in unit-based and organizational quality management and improvement programs.
• Provide a safe environment for patients, staff, families, and visitors; administer medications and perform nursing procedures safely; use equipment safely and efficiently; and apply infection-prevention practices and universal precautions.
• Collaborate and interact professionally with patients, families, colleagues, and other disciplines.
• Develop, use, and evaluate unit-specific standards of care; uphold the ANA Code of Ethics and serve as a role model.
• Participate in unit goals, objectives, reviews, and evaluations; serve on committees and share information with peers.
• Take responsibility for professional growth, share knowledge with colleagues, participate in educational programs, and seek guidance for learning needs.
• Use nursing research findings in practice and support nursing or medical research endeavors.
• Use time and materials economically, suggest cost-effective care, assess patient acuity for staffing and assignment decisions, and work within budgetary boundaries.
• Participate in orientation of new staff and students, provide input into staff clinical evaluations as appropriate, and assume unit responsibility in the absence of leadership personnel.
• Follow hospital and nursing policies, recommend policy changes through appropriate channels, and support the smooth operation of the unit, including flexibility with assignments and schedules.
• Functionally supervise other RNs, technical personnel, and support personnel.
• Work a weekend rotation as required by the MNA contract.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level