Per Diem RN - Oncology Infusion

Summit Health•Purchase, NY

7d•$44 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Infusion team! This is a wonderful opportunity to expand into a high-end outpatient specialty field that continues to grow and evolve. We are looking for an RN who can demonstrate empathy and kindness and who wants to make a difference in the lives of patients. This is an incredibly rewarding specialty where the RN plays an important role contributing to the improvement of outcomes as well as patients’ quality of life. Experienced and new grad nurses should apply who will receive personalized training from a certified oncology nurse. We offer flexible working schedules and assistance with working towards their oncology certification.

Requirements

Minimum education: Associate Degree; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse
ACLS and BLS certified required upon hire
ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification or will assist candidate to obtain certification within 6-9 months after hire.
Strong computer skills, EMR experience is a plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Infusion experience is a plus but we will provide training to an experienced RN or new grad nurse.
Med Surg/Hospital experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Accessing the patient for bloods/chemo via central and peripheral lines
Administration of antibiotics, biologic medications and/or chemotherapy/immunotherapy
Provide initial and ongoing patient education prior to each procedure and drug administration
Offer emotional support and reassurance to patients throughout treatment
Provide monitoring and continued assessment throughout the infusion treatment and report any adverse reactions to physician
Schedules patient according to their treatment regimen
Strong triage skills for patient needs throughout their infusion as well as for patient phone calls
Other duties as assigned