Nurse Clinician-Non Exempt

The Brooklyn Hospital Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is seeking an Infusion Nurse Clinician to oversee patient care and education in the Hematology/Oncology department. This role involves safe administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, ensuring adherence to professional nursing standards, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree, relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum two years of experience in Infusion Centers, Critical Care, or Emergency Room.
• Current New York State Licensed Registered Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide the delivery of patient care and education.
• Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy according to ONS standards.
• Coordinate care and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Emotional stability

Empathy

Education

Associates degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Description

Reporting to the Chief of Hematology/Oncology, the Infusion Nurse Clinician will direct and guide the delivery of patient care, patient and family education, and all care-related activities while maintaining and ensuring the standards of professional nursing. The Infusion Nurse Clinician is responsible for the safe and effective administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy according to Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) standards. Duties include nursing standards of practice, medication preparation and administration, survivorship planning, care coordination, quality assurance, patient experience standards, precepting, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing – PREFERRED
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in Infusion Centers, Critical Care, or Emergency Room
• Experience with starting and maintaining IV access – PREFERRED
• Prior infusion or oncology experience – PREFERRED
• Current New York State Licensed Registered Professional Nurse
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Completion of Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification:
• Must complete ONS membership by the end of week one of hire
• Safe Handling Basics – Completion within 2 weeks of hire
• ONS / ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course – Completion within 9 months of hire
• Demonstrates professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, especially in speaking and listening
• Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with patients and families
• Demonstrates emotional stability and empathy for patients' pain and suffering
• Flexible, attentive to detail, and ready to respond quickly to emergencies
• Shows respect