Infusion RN II

The US Oncology Network; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 69,074 - 106,268; Full time

Job summary

Join The US Oncology Network as a professional nurse dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care. This role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and you will be responsible for the assessment, treatment, and support of patients through various stages of life.

Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree, state license, and BLS certification, with a preference for oncology experience. The position offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development with a competitive salary range of $69,074 - $106,268 annually, dependent on experience.

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.
• 3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for patient management.
• Prepare and administer therapies under the direction of a physician.
• Facilitate communication between patient/family and the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing experience

Oncology knowledge

Patient care

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

Graduate from an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

Infusion pumps

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology! We’re looking for passionate and talented professionals to join our team in providing exceptional cancer care. If you’re dedicated to making a difference for patients, physicians, and colleagues, we want to hear from you! With 15+ locations across Maryland and DC, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

Explore opportunities with us and apply today! The general pay scale for this position at MOH is $69,074.45 - $106,268.38 per year. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

Under general 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

• 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 patient 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 data, 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 correct 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 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’s chart.
• As necessary, 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 the 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 participating in ongoing educational opportunities.

Infusion RN Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician, programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery, provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home, demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.

Minimum Job 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.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.
• 3‑5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.
• Oncology certification preferred.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy provider card, 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 a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, 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 to normal range.