PT Infusion RN

Compass Oncology; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Compass Oncology in Spokane Valley is looking for a dedicated part-time Infusion Registered Nurse. This role involves providing professional nursing care to patients undergoing infusion therapy. Key responsibilities include administering medications under supervision, assessing and recording vital signs, and ensuring proper equipment usage. A graduate from an accredited nursing program is required, along with an RN state license and BLS certification. Join us to make a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• RN state license and current registration with the state board of nursing in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must maintain continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy and other medications under supervision.
• Assesses and records patient data pre- and post-infusion therapy.
• Maintains knowledge of reimbursement procedures.
• Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery.

Education

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; BSN preferred

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated part‑time Infusion Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team. The role involves providing professional nursing care for patients undergoing infusion therapy, following established standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
• Assesses and records patient data pre‑ and post‑infusion therapy, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Assesses patients for changes in condition.
• Maintains knowledge of reimbursement procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleans pumps after use, and documents pump usage properly.
• Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting providers regarding dosage modifications and symptom management; performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports, and maintains central line catheter devices.
• Administers all medications using correct medication, dosage, route, time, and technique, displaying appropriate technical skills for chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other medications.
• Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provides instruction to patients and/or caregivers on pump use at home.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed.
• Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy.
• Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

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 the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must maintain continuing education requirements.