Infusion Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or New York, or a qualifying multistate license under the Nursing Licensure Compact.
• CPR certification based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served by the assigned unit.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and families and with clinical, administrative, and support staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex environment, manage multiple or changing priorities, and use specialized equipment.
• Good clinical judgment and critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities related to patient care.
• Critical thinking skills to apply and lead others in applying the nursing process.
• Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
• Required clearances and credentials include Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Registered Nurse (RN) or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP), and Act 34.

Nice To Haves

• Oncology nursing background.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• UPMC-approved national certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient oncology infusion setting.
• Participate in department- or unit-specific quality improvement efforts, identify improvement opportunities, and use research and evidence-based practice to improve clinical care.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions and influence patients’ plans of care.
• Take accountability for professional development and participate in shared governance, goal setting, and improvements to the care environment.
• Work as an engaged partner on the care team, provide assistance to colleagues, and adapt to change.
• Build productive working relationships with patients, colleagues, and internal and external partners; communicate workplace safety hazards.
• Teach patients and families about their care and transitions, and support the development of students, new staff, and colleagues; may serve as a preceptor.
• Apply the nursing process and Relationship Based Care to develop individualized plans of care and create a healing environment.
• Use critical thinking and communication to identify patient needs, communicate patient conditions to other care providers, and recommend changes to care or unit practices.
• Maintain comprehensive patient documentation and contribute to patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.

Benefits

• Float differential.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.