Clinical Nurse III - Infusion Clinic

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cancer treatment center as a Clinical Nurse in Corona, California. This role involves providing specialized care in an outpatient infusion clinic, assessing patients, administering chemotherapy, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates hold a nursing degree and possess experience in oncology, committed to improving patients' quality of life during their treatment journey.

Qualifications

• Three to five years related experience required.
• Current California Registered Nurse license.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ health status before, during, and after chemotherapy.
• Develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to patients' needs.
• Administer chemotherapy and educate families about the treatment process.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: to deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse in our outpatient infusion clinic in Corona. The nurse plays a crucial role in providing specialized care to our patients in the outpatient chemotherapy infusion clinic. Your primary responsibility is to deliver comprehensive nursing care to the patients while assisting them through their treatment journey, offering emotional support and education.

The nurses at City of Hope play a vital role in improving the quality of life for cancer patients by providing expert care, support, and education throughout their cancer journey.

As a successful candidate, you will:

1. Assess Patients’ Health Status:
2. Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health status before, during, and after chemotherapy infusion sessions.
3. Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and overall response to treatment.
4. Care Planning and Implementation:
5. Develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and treatment regimen.
6. Implement nursing interventions in line with established care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.
7. Chemotherapy Administration:
8. Administer chemotherapy support to patients and their families regarding the treatment process, potential side effects, and self-care strategies.
9. Offer emotional support, fostering a caring and empathetic environment for patients facing the challenges of cancer.
10. Coordination of Care:
11. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless transitions between various stages of treatment.
12. Schedule and facilitate follow-up appointments, actively participating in the continuity of care.
13. Management of Side Effects:
14. Assist patients in managing and coping with side effects and complications arising from cancer treatment.
15. Proactively address and alleviate symptoms, collaborating with healthcare providers as needed.
16. Quality Improvement:
17. Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall care provided in the outpatient infusion clinic.

Your qualifications should include:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or master’s degree nursing is required.
• Three to five years related experience.
• Current California Registered Nurse license.
• Current BLS through American Heart Association.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• One year oncology and chemo administration experience.
• National certification (must be obtained within 3 years of hire and maintained thereafter to achieve Clin III status).
• Two years of experience in a physician's office or hospital.
• *If applicable to your site, Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification.

City of Hope employees' pay is based on work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.