Registered Nurse - Infusion Center - Full Time Flexible Shifts (25414)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • Paramus, NJ

9h • $49 - $69 • Onsite

About The Position

New Bridge Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse for their Infusion Center. This full-time position offers flexible shifts and is part of a supportive and inclusive work environment. The role involves direct patient care, administering infusion therapies, patient education, and care coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a patient-centered approach.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1–3 years of infusion nursing experience required.
• Experience administering transfusions, specialty infusions required; chemotherapy experience strongly preferred.
• Strong skills in IV access including implanted central venous access devices (Portacath), PICC lines.
• Experience with patient education and care coordination.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a small-team environment.
• Schedule flexibility required (including extended hours as needed).
• Current NJ RN license required.
• ACLS certification required.
• IV (e.g. CNRI) or Chemotherapy (e.g ONS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Central line care experience preferred.
• Chemotherapy experience strongly preferred.
• BSN or active enrollment in an accredited BSN program with completion within three (3) years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patients receiving infusion therapies, identifying needs for immediate and ongoing nursing interventions.
• Administers infusion therapies, including IV medications, biologics, and specialty infusions in accordance with established policies and protocols.
• Demonstrates proficiency in venous access, including peripheral IV insertion; central line care experience preferred.
• Monitors patients during infusions for adverse reactions and responds appropriately.
• Provides patient and family education regarding therapies, side effects, and follow-up care.
• Documents all aspects of care accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record, including patient response to treatment and progression toward treatment goals.
• Interprets clinical data and promptly communicates significant findings to providers.
• Seeks clarification from licensed provider when orders are unclear, suboptimal, or inappropriate.
• Ensures compliance with medication administration standards, regulations and organizational policies.
• Apply principles of infection control and safety.
• Assists in the orientation of new personnel.
• Provides clinical supervision of ancillary staff working in the infusion center.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Notify management of gaps in policies and procedures and participate in creating or modifying policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Participates in hospital committees as assigned.
• Maintains compliance with organizational policies, Code of Conduct, and Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for patients throughout their infusion therapy journey.
• Coordinates scheduling of infusion appointments, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and patient convenience.
• Works closely with providers, pharmacy, patient navigators, insurance authorization specialists and other departments as needed to facilitate timely and appropriate care.
• Assists with prior authorizations, referrals, and insurance coordination as applicable.
• Guides patients through treatment plans, addressing questions and barriers to care.
• Supports continuity of care across outpatient and inpatient settings when applicable.
• Acts as the “face” of the infusion center, delivering exceptional service with professionalism, empathy, and respect.
• Establishes rapport with patients and families, fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Responds to patient needs promptly and effectively, ensuring a positive experience.
• Demonstrates flexibility, strong communication skills, and a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
• Ensures infusion equipment and emergency supplies are available and functioning properly.
• Reports equipment issues and ensures timely resolution in collaboration with Biomedical Engineering.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards specific to infusion services.
• Assists in data collection and analysis of Quality Assurance/CQI monitors; participates in implementation of follow up action.
• Maintains current knowledge of infusion therapy best practices and emerging treatments.
• Participates in continuing education activities; attends scheduled in-service programs; shares information gained at conferences with colleagues.
• Responds to emergency situations as assigned.
• Performs additional duties as required to support medical center operations.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree