Collaborative Practice Nurse RN Sr

Intrafusion by McKesson; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 62,933 - 96,824; Full time

Job summary

Intrafusion by McKesson is seeking an experienced Oncology RN to provide professional nursing care under minimal supervision, adhering to national and company standards.

The role involves collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, performing assessments, administering therapies, coordinating care, and supporting patients and families throughout treatment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• RN license in practicing state with current registration.
• Current BLS certification and ongoing CE requirements.
• Five years of nursing experience, at least one year in oncology preferred.
• Oncology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care.
• Assess health status by interviewing patients and reviewing history.
• Administer medications and blood products under physician supervision.
• Coordinate patient scheduling, tests, and referrals.
• Mentor less experienced nurses and support satellite offices.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and proper documentation.

Skills

Oncology certification

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age‑specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities: See below for supplementary language regarding specialty specific requirements (e.g., transplant, infusion) as applicable.

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
• Collect and record nursing assessment and interventions.
• Review and report the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory and radiographic data, and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.
• Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material. Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Maintain patient confidentiality. Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Administer all medications/blood products using the correct medication, dosage, route, time and technique.
• Ensure pre‑authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
• Facilitate dose modification by assessing patient, labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and symptom management.
• Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports and maintain central line catheter devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided. Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Maintain the work environment. Restock the supply area as needed. Follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood‑borne pathogen.
• Maintain all disinfection protocols. Maintain equipment according to quality control standards. Facilitate clinical operations and patient care. Manage patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and record the information in the patient chart. Assist physician with exams and procedures.
• Maintain efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Facilitate and schedule consultations, pre‑testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients. Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient chart. Facilitate communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinate services related to patient care.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources. Assist and collaborate with clinical research.
• Act as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants. Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed. Serve as mentor/preceptor and provide day‑to‑day guidance to less experienced nurses.

Other duties as assigned. Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge of oncology nursing by engaging in ongoing educational opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; BSN preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain continuing education requirements.
• Business experience: Five years of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.
• Oncology certification preferred.

Working Conditions

Environment (office, warehouse, etc.). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range.

Specialty Specific Responsibilities

• Transplant RN: Provides nursing care from initial patient contact through high‑dose chemotherapy followed by stem cell rescue to follow‑up care post‑stem cell rescue.
• Infusion RN: Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician. Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home. Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleans pumps after use, and documents pump usage.
• Radiation Oncology RN: Minimum job qualifications for radiation oncology.
• Gynecological Oncology RN: Minimum job qualifications for gynecological oncology.

Salary Scale

The general pay scale for this position at BRCC is $62,933.07 – $96,824.00. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job responsibilities, location, and work performance.