Outpatient Oncology Infusion Nurse

St. Joseph's Health • Wayne, NJ

1d

About The Position

Responsible for using the Nursing Process collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care within the scope of practice. Supports the goals and philosophy of the Department of Nursing within the St. Joseph's Healthcare System and the assigned unit. Provides care and completes assessments before, during, and after chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Closely monitors patients before, during, and after therapies and procedures, and notifies physicians as needed.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Successful completion of department-specific orientation.
• Obtain department-specific Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications must be granted through the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing; knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired through completion of this degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in accordance with scope of practice.
• Support the goals and philosophy of the Department of Nursing and assigned unit.
• Provide care and complete patient assessments before, during, and after chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
• Closely monitor patients before, during, and after therapies and procedures.
• Notify physicians as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time