Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) - Houston Southeast
About The Position
Texas Oncology is looking for an Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team to support the Houston Southeast locations. This position can be a level I, II or Senior based on relevant candidate experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in 300+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Their mission is to make the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Texas Oncology uses leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories."® in their fight against cancer. Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Requirements
- RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Must maintain continuing education requirements.
- Level I: Entry level - 0-3 years nursing experience, oncology experience strongly preferred
- Level II: Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience, oncology experience strongly preferred
- Level Senior: Minimum five (5) years nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology strongly preferred
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred.
- Oncology certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
- Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
- Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
- Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
- Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
- Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and symptom management
- Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
- Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided.
- Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Generous PTO program
- 401k plan with company match
- Wellness program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance program
- Discounts on retailers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
