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Under direction of the department chief, nurse leader or designee, the nurse's responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse duties include but are not limited to: administering chemotherapy, administering other specialty infusion therapy, and providing patient education. Provides telephone triage and clinical advice appropriately; coordinates the follow-up care of patients and practice management support. Proficiency will be needed for the following: IV placement, preparation and administration of IV medication, and IM injections. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research.
Position Details:
- Location: 133 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA
- Department: Oncology
- Schedule: 30HRS Weekly
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support the procedural process as part of a collaborative care team
- Organize resources and activities to ensure safe, efficient procedural flow
- Perform nursing procedures within scope of practice (e.g., IV placement and medication administration, injections, wound care, EKGs, glucose testing)
- Deliver patient education and instructions for pre- and post-infusion care; maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality
- Monitor patient condition throughout the infusion process and communicate relevant data to the care team
- Administer medications per physician orders and assist with oncology and infusion care coordination and community resources
- Maintain compliance with safety standards, credentialing, and certifications (BCLS, and specialty certifications)
- Contribute to staff education, department meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Serve as a resource for patient flow management and program planning; foster collaborative relationships
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completed an accredited Registered Nurse education program
- Active and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of MA
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Experience in oncology or infusion nursing
- Solid understanding of chemotherapy and infusion protocols
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- 3+ years of relevant experience in medical/surgical or ambulatory nursing
- Peripheral IV and Port Access experience
- Experience with an electronic medical records system, EPIC experienced
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $43.63 to $81.04 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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