Outpatient Infusion RN, Physician Practice (Per Diem)

Care New England Health System•Cranston, RI

17d

About The Position

The Outpatient Infusion RN Physician Practice provides professional nursing services to a defined group of patients in accordance with the Care New England and Physician Practice philosophy of patient care. The nurse provides quality care before, during, and after treatment, following department and hospital policies. This includes administering chemotherapy and other infusion therapies under provider orders and approved clinical protocols, managing IV access, monitoring patients for adverse reactions, and collaborating with physicians and practice staff to ensure continuity of care. The nurse also contributes clinical leadership, supports staff orientation, and maintains professional development.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
BLS certification required.
Rhode Island RN licensure required.
Complete the ONS Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Course within one year of hire and renew it every two years.
Demonstrate specialized knowledge of hospital nursing practices, infection control, intravenous nursing, and medication administration.
Demonstrate working knowledge of aseptic techniques, biomedical equipment, pharmacology, CPR, patient transport, quality improvement principles, and patient education methodologies.
Demonstrate proficiency in venous access management, including peripheral IV insertion and care of central venous access devices such as ports and PICC lines.
Demonstrate the ability to recognize and respond to infusion-related adverse reactions, including hypersensitivity and extravasation, according to approved clinical protocols.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred; otherwise, maintain 18 oncology-related CEUs per COC three-year accreditation cycle.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care, including examinations and treatment under approved protocols, and evaluate outcomes to adjust nursing care as needed.
Use the nursing process to implement goal-directed care for a defined group of patients.
Monitor assigned patients’ medical conditions and report care problems, changes, or unexpected occurrences to a physician or designee.
Triage calls and educate patients and families about conditions, treatment, planning, and follow-up; assess their understanding and document feedback.
Perform nursing skills in compliance with physician orders and hospital policies and procedures.
Communicate with physicians and practice staff about patient status and continuity of care.
Respond to cardiopulmonary arrest, fire, disaster, and other emergencies according to established procedures.
Maintain orderly medical records and document care and significant information legibly, accurately, and completely.
Provide clinical leadership for other clinical staff and participate in orienting new personnel.
Pursue professional development through available resources, such as seminars, in-services, and professional journals.
Administer chemotherapy and other infusion therapies according to provider orders and clinical protocols.
Initiate, monitor, and discontinue infusion therapies and IV access devices while ensuring patient safety.
Perform other related duties as assigned.