Chemo Nurse

Astera Cancer Care; Fountain Valley, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles Cancer Network is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver direct oncology care from diagnosis through treatment and end-of-life support. You will administer chemotherapy and related therapies under physician supervision, assess patients, and educate families about potential side effects.

Ideal candidates hold a California RN license, chemotherapy/biotherapy certification or eligibility, and CPR/BCLS.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification through ONS or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Current CPR/BCLS certification.
• Excellent IV skills.
• Access port-a-caths and PICC lines.
• Basic typing, keyboard and computer skills.
• Great Customer Service Skills.
• Medical Terminology-Oncology/Hematology.
• Specific Previous Oncology/Hematology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to oncology patients across the treatment continuum.
• Administer chemotherapy, hydration, and medications under physician supervision.
• Perform patient assessments and monitor responses to treatment.
• Educate patients and families about chemotherapy side effects.
• Plan and coordinate chemotherapy scheduling and EMR documentation.
• Ensure billing verification and maintain patient safety standards.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment and proper device care.
• Assist with daily operations and team communication.
• Keep skills current through ongoing education.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient-focused care

Documentation accuracy

Education

Current California RN license

Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification or eligible within 12 months

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide unparalleled care to each patient that comes through our doors. We offer individualized treatment using the most recent and relevant proven advances in cancer care, curated with deliberation and compassion. LACN is committed to educating and supporting our patients and their families through every step of the way. We deliver a unique approach for every patient to ensure they receive treatment best suited to their condition, age, and other important factors. We do this by participating in important clinical research, encouraging screenings for early detection, and providing innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research through our partnership with OneOncology.

Why Join Us?

We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct care to oncology patients for the Los Angeles Cancer Network (OneOncology affiliated medical practice). This role provides patients with safe, quality care throughout their treatment and disease process as effectively as possible at all stages of, diagnosis to end of life. Helps patients manage and live with diagnosis, retaining autonomy and independence by using the most appropriate disease/ symptom/psychosocial management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Mixes chemotherapy and Administer Chemotherapy, hydration and other medications under the direct supervision of a physician
• Performs assessments on patients
• Participates in activities to plan, measure assess and improve the quality of patient care
• Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance
• Draws blood via port catheter or PICC line
• Educates patients and their families about chemotherapy side effects
• Encourages new chemo patients and families to utilize See Your Chart Portal
• Schedules chemotherapy, hydration, injections and bone marrows in the EMR
• Follows company process for billing verification before administering any medications
• Monitors Coumadin levels and patient education
• Completes patient documentation on a timely manner
• Maintains clean work environment at all times
• Patient Allergy verification
• Maintains skills, knowledge and currency in administration of chemotherapy. Attends meetings for continuing education to maintain currency of nursing license.
• Assists the Charge Nurse with daily operations

Key Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients through technology methods
• Demonstrates exceptional assessment, critical thinking, and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses
• Ability to seek out resources independently and work collaboratively
• Ability to collaborate, set priorities, and organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations
• Ability to multitask efficiently
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others

Qualifications

• Current California RN license
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification through ONS or must obtain within (12) months of hire
• Current CPR/BCLS certification
• Excellent IV skills
• Access port-a-caths and picc lines
• Basic typing, keyboard and computer skills
• Great Customer Service Skills
• Medical Terminology-Oncology/Hematology
• Specific Previous Oncology/Hematology experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $47.00 to $50.00 per hour.