Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care in an ambulatory infusion therapy setting. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of medical-surgical and chemotherapy experience, along with competency in blood transfusions and chemotherapy administration for adult and pediatric patients.
In this role, you will use the nursing process to assess patient needs, develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate treatment, and evaluate patient outcomes. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and oversee delegated care in accordance with nursing standards, organizational policies, and scope-of-practice requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ immediate and ongoing care needs, including physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs.
- Develop and maintain individualized care plans that incorporate treatment goals, patient and family education, and discharge planning.
- Provide direct nursing care consistent with assessed needs, prescribed treatments, and established standards of practice.
- Administer blood transfusions and chemotherapy to adult and pediatric patients in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitor, evaluate, and document patients’ responses to treatment. Communicate significant changes promptly to the appropriate care team members.
- Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team to prioritize interventions and support timely treatment.
- Incorporate age-specific needs into care planning and delivery.
- Supervise and coordinate care provided by LPNs, registered nurses on permit, nursing attendants, technicians, and supplemental staff, as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate documentation using electronic health records and other relevant clinical and billing systems.
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and the development of nursing and patient care standards.
- Support staff orientation and serve as a clinical resource for student nurses.
- Assume charge responsibilities as delegated by nursing leadership and assist with patient coverage or assignments on other units as needed.
- Participate in staff meetings, committees, educational programs, and department-supported research or pilot projects.
- Maintain professional competency through ongoing education and professional development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Current New York State Registered Nurse license.
- Two or more years of medical-surgical and chemotherapy experience.
- Demonstrated competency in blood transfusions and chemotherapy administration for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and relevant healthcare and billing systems.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and clinical judgment skills.
- Ability to manage stressful situations and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Qualification
- Oncology board certification.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Day shift
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Contact Us: (929)405-9972
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