RN - Oncology Infusion

Summit Health CityMD • Purchase, NY

1d • $44 - $55

About The Position

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Infusion team!  This is a wonderful opportunity to expand into a high-end outpatient specialty field that continues to grow and evolve.  We are looking for an RN who can demonstrate empathy and kindness and who wants to make a difference in the lives of patients.  This is an incredibly rewarding specialty where the RN plays an important role contributing to the improvement of outcomes as well as patients’ quality of life.  Experienced and new grad nurses should apply who will receive personalized training from a certified oncology nurse.  We offer flexible working schedules and assistance with working towards their oncology certification.  Duties for the RN will include being responsible for administering antibiotics, biologic infusions, immunotherapy and chemotherapy. The Registered Nurse will provide nursing care to patients and their families following the nursing process, established standards and practices. They will assist physicians and other team members in coordinating patient care and function as a resource for support staff (LPNs an. Medical Assistants).

Requirements

• Minimum education: Associate Degree ; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse
• ACLS and BLS certified upon hire
• Infusion experience is a plus but we will provide training to an experienced RN or new grad nurse.
• ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification or will assist candidate to obtain certification within 6-9 months after hire .
• Med Surg/Hospital experience preferred but not
• Strong computer skills, EMR experience is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Accessing the patient for bloods/chemo via central and peripheral lines
• Administration of antibiotics, biologic medications and/or chemotherapy/immunotherapy
• Provide initial and ongoing patient education prior to each procedure and drug administration
• Offer emotional support and reassurance to patients throughout treatment
• Provide monitoring and continued assessment throughout the infusion treatment and report any adverse reactions to physician
• Schedules patient according to their treatment regimen
• Strong triage skills for patient needs throughout their infusion as well as for patient phone calls
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees