RN Infusion Nurse

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Your job is more than a job. Your calling as an Outpatient Oncology Nurse is personal. Appreciating the relationships you build with each patient, you walk alongside them from day one. While the emotional lows can be difficult, you celebrate every “ringing of the bell”. You never take for granted the emotional highs as each treatment journey comes to an end. It makes every moment an extraordinary one. You’re right there shining that little hope-filled light of yours. Developing a strong bond with your patients and their families, you feel fortunate to be a part of each life-changing journey. It’s what medicine and nursing is all about, and each time you beat cancer with your patients, you love being an oncology nurse even more. And that’s what we love about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your “little something extra” all add up to you. And we’re excited to get to know you and find out what you’ll bring to this emotional, relationship-building nursing role. About University Medical Center University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region’s safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center’s legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. About LCMC Health One-of-a-kind care comes from one-of-a-kind people. At LCMC Health, our people are the magic ingredient that makes our care so extra-extraordinary. We are compassionate, driven, and dedicated to bringing a little something extra to healthcare and to the people of New Orleans and beyond. If you’re the kind of person who believes that our community deserves the best and that healthcare needs a little more heart, we want you to be a part of our family. From medical roles to administrative positions, every person on our team plays a part in our mission: to provide health, care, and education beyond extraordinary. Let’s make every day extraordinary, together.

Requirements

Must obtain ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy Card within 3 months of hire.
Must obtain Citi Training within 3 months of hire.
Minimum: Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
18 months outpatient/inpatient oncology experience

Nice To Haves

BSN
Oncology nurse certification

Responsibilities

Prioritize, coordinate, and manage outpatient treatment of cancer-related health issues.
Administer individualized care plan for chemotherapy and infusions while monitoring your patient’s vitals, medications, and symptoms.
Provide emotional support.
Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
Ensure continuity of care, efficiency, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.
Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.