Registered Nurse - Infusion/Oncology, FT (Florence, SC)

Medical University of South Carolina•Florence, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Oncology/Infusion Nurse reports to the Director of Outpatient Services. Under general supervision, the Oncology/Infusion Nurse provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcome. MUSC Health Florence Medical Center is a leading regional acute care facility comprised of 396 patient beds and more than 1,500 employees and nearly 300 physicians representing all major specialties. We are dedicated to serving the health care needs of people living in northeastern South Carolina. MUSC Health Florence Medical Center combines advanced technology, medical innovation and proven treatment methods to benefit of our patients. Our extensive range of services include heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, minimally invasive orthopedic and general surgery, diagnostics, women’s health and rehabilitation services. When unexpected medical situations arise, our Emergency Department (ED/ER) is ready to respond. The hospital’s Chest Pain Center is the first in the region to have been accredited by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). MUSC Health Florence Medical Center’s advanced Primary Stroke Center, recognized by The Joint Commission, shows the hospital’s commitment to the highest standards in the country for stroke care.

Requirements

A minimum of ADN required
Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification issued by Oncology Nursing Society required if administering chemotherapy within one year of hire or transfer to the Outpatient Oncology/Infusion department.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of nursing experience as a registered nurse preferred.
Chemotherapy/Outpatient Infusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process.
Delivers safe and effective care.
Interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcome.