Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner - Infusion Suite

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a dedicated Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner for the Infusion Suite at the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. This full-time position requires a Master’s degree in Nursing and a valid nursing license in Iowa. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and documenting patient care plans. The role emphasizes excellent communication skills and the ability to function independently, contributing to positive patient outcomes and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; a Master's in Nursing preferred.
• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa.
• Current certification in a specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the Infusion Suite.
• Collaborate with nursing and clinical staff.
• Document patient assessment and care plans.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated experience in relevant clinical practice

Knowledge of University policies and procedures

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Basic Function And Responsibility

The Department of Internal Medicine at University of Iowa Health Care seeks a 100% time Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care within the Infusion Suite of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. The ARNP will exercise autonomy in medical decision‑making and deliver services as an Advanced Practice Nurse and change agent, supporting the primary role of Nurse Practitioner and the consulting, educational, research, and administrative roles necessary to promote quality care and positive patient outcomes for HCCC and Infusion Suite patients.

Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities

• Assure clinical competency and expertise in relevant specialties.
• Function independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate health care for Infusion Suite and HCCC patients.
• Provide outpatient clinical care and same‑day appointments as directed.
• Assess and treat patients experiencing reactions to chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and blood products.
• Order medications, administer drugs, and manage patients during infusion services.
• Collaborate with nursing and clinical staff, along with administration, to monitor and evaluate the quality of patient care.
• Determine clinical care requirements based on patient condition and age, following universal precautions.
• Provide anticipatory guidance and counseling to patients and families.
• Document patient assessment and plans of care in the medical record and generate health reports for outgoing correspondence.
• Act as a consultative resource, sharing expert knowledge and behavioral skills that impact clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Serve as a liaison between the Infusion Suite and other prescribers, while working directly with patients.
• Support daily operations of the Infusion Suite and help develop processes to improve workflow and patient experiences.
• Create and oversee patient care plans in collaboration with prescribers and physicians.
• Participate in the development, utilization, and evaluation of resources to meet patient/family educational needs.
• Provide education and serve as a resource to nursing staff in areas of clinical expertise.
• Generate research questions regarding health care for specific patient populations.
• Participate in development and implementation of departmental quality assessment and improvement programs.
• Handle administrative activities and special projects as assigned.
• Contribute toward the achievement of organizational goals.
• Participate in and contribute to activities that enhance clinical expertise and knowledge.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Establish and uphold standards of collaborative interaction, respect, honesty, and service among peers and employees.
• Inspire and motivate others toward high performance, exercising stewardship of University resources, setting expectations, measuring success through performance evaluations, and driving organizational results.
• Identify opportunities and create development plans that encourage staff growth and professional capacity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Medical Director of Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Supervision Exercised

Functional supervision over support staff.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree required; a Master's in Nursing preferred. If the Master’s is in a related field, a Bachelor's degree in nursing is required.
• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa and licensure as an ARNP in Iowa, or eligibility for licensure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current certification in a specialty area.
• Demonstrated experience in relevant clinical practice.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Experience in Hematology, Oncology, or Infusions.

Compensation

• Pay Level: 11

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Michaela Davis
• Contact Email: [e-mail]