Per Diem Nurse - Infusion Clinic

City of Hope•Lancaster, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Position Summary City of Hope is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Infusion Clinic in Antelope Valley (44151 15th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534). In this vital role, you will focus on the delivery of chemotherapy and comprehensive care to cancer patients, providing support, education, and a compassionate touch throughout their treatment journey. This opportunity is for per diem, 8-hour shifts. There is a 1 shift per week minimum requirement for per diem. This clinic is open Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing
RN III - 3+ years of experience as a RN, per diem flat rate $69.40/hr
If having less than 3 years of experience as a RN, will be considered as RN I, per diem flat rate $66.11/hr
Current California Registered Nurse license
Current BLS through American Heart Association
A valid ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Card

Responsibilities

Assess patients' health status, develop individualized care plans, and implement evidence-based care protocols to ensure the best outcomes.
Administer chemotherapy and other medications to patients according to prescribed treatment regimens, ensuring safe and effective delivery.
Continuously monitor patients' vital signs and symptoms during infusion treatments, promptly recognizing and responding to any changes or adverse reactions.
Provide comprehensive education to patients and their families, empowering them to understand their treatment options, side effects, and self-care measures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate care, follow-up appointments, and supportive services, ensuring a seamless and holistic patient experience.
Assist patients in managing side effects and complications arising from cancer treatment, offering proactive support and interventions.