Infusion Oncology Nurse: Compassionate Cancer Care

The US Oncology Network; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Care Northwest in Spokane is seeking an experienced Infusion Registered Nurse to deliver professional nursing care for patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and related infusions according to established protocols.

You will work under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner with emphasis on patient safety, education and quality care in an oncology setting. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; BSN preferred.
• RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; continuing education requirements.
• Oncology certification preferred; 3-5 years nursing experience with at least 1 year in oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, hydration and other meds under physician or NP supervision.
• Assesses and records patient data pre/post infusion per protocol; monitors vital signs, allergies, meds.
• Assess patients for changes in condition and manage dose modifications with providers.
• Maintain knowledge of reimbursement procedures and ambulatory infusion pump use.
• Program portable infusion pumps and train patient/caregiver for home use.
• Triages patient calls and manages medication refill requests; provide coverage as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Infusion therapy

RN license

BLS

BSN preferred

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Cancer Care Northwest in Spokane is seeking an experienced Infusion Registered Nurse to deliver professional nursing care for patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and related infusions according to established protocols.

You will work under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner with emphasis on patient safety, education and quality care in an oncology setting. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive benefits.