Oncology RN: Chemotherapy Care Specialist

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca, Inc.; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Oncology/Medical Oncology nurse to provide compassionate, patient-centered care at Cayuga Cancer Center.

The role includes comprehensive nursing assessments, chemotherapy and biotherapy administration per MD orders, medication checks, monitoring for adverse effects, and patient education within a multidisciplinary team. Per diem scheduling reflects varied shifts; on-site work with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• NYS Registered Nurse licensure is required.
• Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Experience with chemotherapy administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, obtain vital signs, and assess lab results for all patients.
• Administer chemotherapy and/or biotherapy per MD orders, ensuring confirmation of dosing based on the most recent labs and weight.
• Perform checks on treatment orders and medications, collaborating with a second RN or pharmacy for verification.
• Monitor for adverse effects or infusion-related reactions, responding appropriately, and managing side effects while providing education on proper self-care during treatment.
• Provide patient-specific education, including chemotherapy teaching sessions and regimen treatment plans and schedules.
• Utilize a multidisciplinary team to address patient-specific needs, report any concerns to the provider, and review previous treatment and recent provider notes to ensure appropriate regimens and labs are reviewed prior to treatment.

Skills

Nursing licensure NYS RN

Associate degree in Nursing

Chemotherapy administration

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Oncology/Medical Oncology nurse to provide compassionate, patient-centered care at Cayuga Cancer Center.

The role includes comprehensive nursing assessments, chemotherapy and biotherapy administration per MD orders, medication checks, monitoring for adverse effects, and patient education within a multidisciplinary team. Per diem scheduling reflects varied shifts; on-site work with competitive compensation.