Infusion Center Registered Nurse

Memorial Regional Health; Craig (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oncology care team

Job summary

Memorial Regional Health in Colorado is seeking an experienced Oncology Infusion Nurse to administer IV and oral chemotherapy, monitor patients, and assess needs. You will document comprehensive patient assessments and manage IV access including central lines within scope of practice.

The role requires ACLS/BLS, an active RN license, and oncology infusion experience. You will educate patients and coordinate with the oncology care team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Oncology nursing experience and chemotherapy infusion preferred.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required or obtained before start date.
• Oncology card within 90 days of hire must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Infusion-based IV and oral therapy, including chemotherapy.
• Monitors patients receiving IV infusions, including pre-infusion triage.
• Reviews patient labs for appropriateness of therapy.
• Assess and document full patient assessment.
• Start IVs, access ports, and manage central lines within scope of practice.
• Assess reactions and side effects of infusions; provide education and care plans.
• Coordinate referrals and continuity of care with oncology team.

Skills

Infusion therapy

Chemotherapy

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Education

RN License

Tools

Chemotherapy/Card holder (OCN) - Provider Card

Job description

Pay Range for this position is $33.58-$50.38 DOE

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Supervisory-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• N/A

Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Infusion-based IV and oral therapy, including chemotherapy.
• Monitors patients receiving IV infusions, including pre-infusion triage.
• Recognizes and addresses patients’ psychological and physical needs.
• Reviews patient labs for appropriateness of therapy.
• Ability to perform full patient assessment along with proper documentation.
• Demonstrates ability to start IVs, access ports, and maintain central lines within the scope of practice.
• Ability to assess every patient for potential reactions and side effects of infusions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency and routine equipment and procedures.
• Uses complete discretion when discussing patient information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Ability to use safety devices as prescribed by the organization.
• Provides patient education and treatment instruction, ensuring patients and families understand diagnoses, care plans, medications, symptom management, and follow-up requirements to promote safe and effective outcomes.
• Performs oncology triage, assessing patient symptoms and treatment-related side effects, prioritizing care needs, providing clinical guidance, and coordinating timely interventions in collaboration with the oncology care team.
• Coordinates referrals to outside medical facilities when necessary, facilitating continuity of care by arranging appointments, transferring medical records, and communicating with external providers to ensure appropriate follow-up and specialty services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
• Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
• Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
• Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
• Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
• Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
• Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver’s license).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
• Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Current, active Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).

Preferred

2 years:

Two Years of nursing experience in a comparable setting

Chemotherapy Experience

Infusion Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

ACLS

BLS

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