Registered Nurse - Infusion Clinic - Per Diem Level 3 - Shifts Vary

Nevada System of Higher Education•Elmhurst, IL

1d•$36 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

As an experienced practitioner, this Registered Nurse is accountable for providing high-quality, individualized, goal-directed nursing care for all levels of Infusion Therapy patients and their families. This clinical nurse will exemplify the role of caring for patients receiving standard injection therapy, infusion therapy, and for those on research protocols. This nurse will be proficient in the procedures and interventions for administering injectable medications and infusion therapy, while maintaining the safety precautions necessary when handling these agents.

Requirements

1 year of experience as a staff nurse, required.
Associate's in Nursing, required.
Current Illinois Nursing licensure, required.
CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required.

Nice To Haves

1 year of professional infusion, hematology/oncology experience strongly preferred.
Bachelor's in Nursing, preferred.
Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of nursing care to the infusion center patient.
Proficient in vascular access care, maintenance and management.
Safely prepares mixes, handles, administers and disposes of injectables and infused agents according to policy.
Performs designated nursing and other patient care activities according to established nursing policies and procedures.
Attains knowledge and competency reflective of current standards of practice.
Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice.
Integrates research findings into nursing practice and collaborates with potential research opportunities.
Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Communicates information to others as appropriate to maintain effective patient flow.
Collaborates closely with the charge nurse and APN.
Recognizes and adjusts to situations that vary from the norm.
Promotes safety measures to prevent patient and staff injuries.
Guides and supervises staff in the provision of patient care.
Enhances own professional growth and development.
Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations.
Documentation is thoroughly and timely completed.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.