RN - Infusion

Cancer Care Northwest•Spokane Valley, WA

6d•$41 - $63

About The Position

This position provides professional nursing care for patients according to established standards and practices. The nurse demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental differences among late adolescent, adult, middle-aged, and elderly patients. The role participates in companywide quality initiatives and supports the Cancer Care Northwest Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program; a BSN is preferred.
Current RN state license in the state of practice.
Current BCLS certification.
Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in cancer treatment.
Current or pending Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

BSN.
Current or pending Oncology Certification.

Responsibilities

Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
Assess and record patient data before and after infusion therapy as required by protocol, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
Assess patients for changes in condition.
Maintain knowledge of reimbursement procedures.
Use, maintain, and clean ambulatory infusion pumps, and document pump use appropriately.
Facilitate dose modification by assessing the patient and laboratory results, consulting protocols or treatment plans, calculating doses, and consulting providers about dosage changes, problems, and symptom management.
Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain central-line catheter devices.
Administer medications using the correct medication, dose, route, time, and technique, applying appropriate technical skills for chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other medication administration.
Program portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and instruct patients and/or caregivers in their use at home.
Triage patient phone calls as needed.
Manage patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy.
Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
Participate in companywide quality initiatives and adhere to the Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, and Business Standards.