Registered Nurse

RPCI Oncology PC•Niagara Falls, NY

9d•$38 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Roswell Park Care Network has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Registered Nurse at our beautiful infusion clinic located inside Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Sign-On Bonus Eligible! Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Experience with EMR software (Medent/Onco/Allscripts/Soarian)
Must have knowledge of Windows and Office software
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
BLS required

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of fulltime oncology nursing experience or similar experience
OCN Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Follows orders written by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant
Administer chemotherapeutic agents
Administer IV infusions including iron, hydration, and other injectable medications
Assess lab results and vital signs
Prepare chemotherapeutic agents following all safety standards including closed system access devices
Prepare all medications following manufacturer guidelines
Obtain vascular access via Peripheral IV, A-port or PICC line
Patient education on discharge/post treatment
Monitor and evaluate patients throughout infusion
Draws blood for lab draws via peripherally or by venous access device
Performs therapeutic phlebotomy per order
Phone triage
Adheres to all the regulatory requirements and professional standards such as ONS and QOPI safety standards as applicable to the specific area of nursing practice
Performs nursing assessment that includes the holistic needs of each patient with consideration of his/her physiological, psychological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs. Includes the patient and family and/or support system in the planning and delivery of care
Ensures that patient safety is a priority goal in the delivery of healthcare
Provides direct patient care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the plan of nursing intervention is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment plan
Administers medications, IV fluids in a safe and efficient manner following established policies and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of and indications for dosage, route, action, side effects, contraindications, and adverse reactions of medication
Provides health education/teaching for patients, their families, and/or designated significant others
Confers with nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team regarding condition of patients and/or any unusual events or problems to ensure continuity of care
Schedules patient appointments for treatment to include but not limited to, chemotherapy infusion, iron infusion, hydration, injections, etc.
Protects patient’s privacy, confidentiality, and their rights as health care consumers.
Demonstrates an understanding of and is compliant with HIPAA regulations. Can define own level of access for minimum necessary requirements
Complies with and is knowledgeable of Institute and department policies/procedures and standards of care
Completes and maintains certification for the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Course
Acquires and/or maintains the necessary education and skills required to address competencies
Attends/completes required mandatory in-services on an annual basis
Attends education programs offered which have relevance to the special needs of assigned patient population, new products, equipment, policies/procedures, and clinical care
Enhances professional growth and development by participating in educational programs, reading current literature, and participating in in-service meetings and workshops
Other responsibilities as may be required and/or assigned