Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide cancer and blood disorder care at its Riverhead, New York location. The nurse administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic agents, and supportive medications; monitors patients during treatment; documents vital signs and treatment responses; and supports patients and caregivers with education and resources. The role also involves participating in cancer research trials and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts: Monday and Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The position may require travel to NYCBS locations to meet patient care needs. The work involves periods of sitting at a desk using a computer, standing, bending, and reaching, as well as lifting up to 50 pounds at times.
Requirements
- Valid New York State RN license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of standard precautions and ability to use appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids.
- Reliable transportation to travel to NYCBS locations for patient care needs.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk working on a computer, stand, bend, and reach.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with an electronic medical record (EMR).
Responsibilities
- Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents and supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician.
- Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.
- Monitor and chart vital signs and document in the medication administration record.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge.
- Participate in cancer research trials and administer medications according to protocol.
- Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness.
- Teach patients and caregivers about treatment expectations.
- Monitor patient status during chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive medication administration.
- Document patients’ responses to treatment and medication.
- Educate patients and caregivers about follow-up care and emergency services.
Benefits
- Health insurance beginning on day one
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Eight paid holidays, including two floating holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
