Registered Nurse, Infusion

City of Hope•Newnan, GA

About The Position

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. 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 cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. Assumes the accountability and responsibility as a professional nurse for providing total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient centered care for an assigned group of patients. Provides direct patient contact, which includes assessing the patient, developing a comprehensive nursing plan of care, implementing aspects of nursing care to meet identified patient care outcomes, evaluating the effectiveness of a nursing plan of care and education of patients/care givers who require infusion therapy and other nursing services. Follows established nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures. Practices within the defined scope of practice for the Registered Nurse and commits to providing safe, quality infusion nursing care. The successful candidate: Must be able to work 9a-9:30p, 3-12's per week between Monday-Friday.

Requirements

Current state Registered Nurse License required
Bachelor of Science Degree required or enrolled within 6 months of hire and completed within 3 years from hire date
Current BLS (If not AHA certificate must be obtained 30 days of hire) required
ACLS (If not AHA certificate must be obtained within 30 days of hire) preferred
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy certification required, If not currently ONS certified, a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Card must be obtained within 3 months of hire
Minimum 2 years in oncology and/or medical-surgical units preferred
Experience in multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
Excellent infusion therapy-related skills (peripheral and central lines)

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments; collect and document patient data, toxicity screens, allergies, medications, and diagnostic results in the EMR.
Identify patient needs, prioritize care, and communicate condition changes to physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Administer medications, chemotherapy/biotherapy, IV fluids, and blood products in accordance with ONS and hospital standards.
Provide patient and caregiver education on disease processes, treatment side effects, procedures, and discharge instructions; document understanding.
Recognize and respond to emergency situations; advocate for patient rights and ensure safe, ethical care delivery.
Coordinate care across disciplines, perform effective handoffs, and uphold infection control and equipment safety standards.
Evaluate patient outcomes, document variations in care, and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
Delegate and supervise nursing care; support staffing needs and participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives.
Maintain professionalism, flexibility (including floating as needed), and a collaborative, team-focused approach.