Infusion RN – Cancer Care Institute

Infusion RN – Cancer Care Institute

Requirements

• Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
• Registered Nurse (RN) – South Dakota Board of Nursing
• Very Heavy work – exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects
• Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances
• Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy treatments in accordance with national standards and hospital policy
• Assess patients, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and implement change to the plan of care
• Prioritize and organize delivery of care in a consistent manner
• Initiate interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient care and outcomes
• Provide education for patients and families receiving chemotherapy treatments
• Instruct patient/family/team in treatment plan and goals
• Initiate authorization process for all new chemotherapy/supportive care treatments, as well as diagnostic tests through referral to patient navigators
• Recognize potential emergency/life threatening situations and initiate appropriate actions as evidenced by observation and chart review
• Participate in orienting, teaching, guiding the performance of personnel and/or students
• Participate in departmental processes/functions to improve departmental efficiency and financial viability
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of Acute Experience
• 1+ years of Oncology Experience
• Oncology Nursing Certification (ONC) – Accredited University or accredited training professionals