Infusion Nurse: Oncology Care & Education Specialist

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Chestnut Hill (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Chestnut Hill/Boston area seeks an experienced Staff Nurse for the infusion unit. The role requires delivering expert nursing care to a complex patient population, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.

The position emphasizes clinical expertise, critical thinking, and adherence to research-based practices. 30-hour shifts, on-site at Chestnut Hill South, with emphasis on compassionate patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with co-workers and staff.
• Ability to provide age-specific nursing care and support.

Responsibilities

• Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
• Implements nursing process: assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate.
• Administers medications, including chemotherapy, and may perform blood transfusions.
• Educates patients and families about disease, treatment, and caregiving needs.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance; maintains licensure and certifications.
• Participates in unit and program-wide QA/QI projects and professional growth activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Chestnut Hill/Boston area seeks an experienced Staff Nurse for the infusion unit. The role requires delivering expert nursing care to a complex patient population, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.

The position emphasizes clinical expertise, critical thinking, and adherence to research-based practices. 30-hour shifts, on-site at Chestnut Hill South, with emphasis on compassionate patient care and safety.