Infusion Nurse

Colorado Urology; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Colorado Urology is seeking a Medical Oncology Infusion Nurse to provide skilled infusion care, patient education, and safe workflow coordination in a fast-paced clinic setting.

The role requires RN licensure in the state, infusion experience, and strong communication. A focus on quality, teamwork, and patient safety is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of employment.
• OCN preferred.
• BLS/CPR/ACLS certification required.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Venipuncture, vascular access, IV infusion skills.
• Completion of ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy course within 2 years would be expected.

Responsibilities

• Verify regimen orders and administers infusion medications per policy.
• Respond to infusion reactions and emergencies.
• Triage and prioritize patient needs by direct contact or phone.
• Participate in and monitor quality improvement activities.
• Assist in clinical scheduling for nursing clinic.
• Document encounters in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Assess readiness to learn and provide patient education.
• Identify and resolve barriers to safe, efficient delivery of care.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, vendors, and staff.

Skills

Independent work

Customer service

Communication skills

Leadership

Dosage calculations

MS Office

Analytical skills

Education

Registered Nursing License

Oncology Certification (OCN) preferred

Tools

EMR

Job description

Why Join Us?

At Colorado Urology, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. When you join our team, you become part of an organization committed to exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous growth. We foster a collaborative and supportive culture where employees are valued, empowered, and encouraged to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take the next step professionally, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive while helping improve the lives of the patients and communities we serve. We offer competitive compensation and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to enjoy your evenings and weekends. Employees also enjoy an outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, corporate discounts, paid time off, and much more. At Colorado Urology, you'll find more than a job, you'll find a rewarding career with purpose.

Job Description

The Medical Oncology Infusion Nurse is a highly trained medical professional who provides competent, compassionate nursing care of the highest standard. This position will be responsible for independently coordinating and providing safe patient care, including the delivery of IV infusions, educating patients about disease and treatment, triaging patient calls, collaborating with providers, and various office/administrative responsibilities.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Verifies regimen orders and administers infusion medications and supportive care medications according to institutional policies and protocols.
• Recognizes and responds to infusion reactions and other medical emergencies.
• Triage and prioritize needs of patients either directly or by phone.
• Participates and monitors quality improvement activities.
• Assists in the clinical scheduling of patients returning to nursing clinic.
• Documents nursing encounters in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Performs assessments of patients’ functional ability and recognizes physical and safety needs of patients.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and other health professionals.
• Assesses readiness of patient/family to learn and provide individualized patient education.
• Identifies and works to resolve barriers that impede quality, safe, and efficient delivery of patient treatment and care.
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with patients, physicians, vendors, employees, guests, and all others accessing the practice.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment and will be verified prior to employment.
• RN with Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred.
• BLS, CPR, or ACLS certification required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.
• Competent in venipuncture, vascular access, and IV infusion skills.
• Critical care, infusion, or oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Completion of ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy courseis not required upon hire but would be expected to be completed within 2 years.

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service capabilities are required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Superior leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in commonly used computer software (ex., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong math (specifically dosage calculations) and analytical skills.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Pay Range:

$35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level, and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which the position is located, in accordance with applicable laws.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until an offer has been extended and accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our Practice is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.