Registered Nurse

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 50,971 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Wellness program

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers is seeking an Oncology Infusion Nurse to join our dedicated team in Longmont, CO. You will administer chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under physician supervision, ensuring safety and compassionate patient care throughout the cancer journey. Requirements include RN license with BLS, 2+ years nursing experience (oncology preferred).

BSN preferred. You will work in a collaborative setting, document assessments, coordinate care, and support patients and

Qualifications

• RN license and current registration in practicing state.
• BLS certification and continuing education requirements.
• Minimum two years nursing experience; oncology experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, hydration and other medications under physician supervision.
• Maintain knowledge of drug reimbursement procedures and complete chemotherapy charge forms.
• Obtain pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms before therapy administration.
• Document nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid/medication administration.
• Triages patient phone calls and communicates with physicians as needed.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS

Oncology experience

BSN preferred

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Make a difference where it matters most. Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers is seeking a compassionate and skilled Oncology Infusion Nurse to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will provide exceptional care and support to patients throughout their cancer journey while working alongside a collaborative team of physicians, advanced practice providers, and oncology professionals.

Salary Range: $37.00-46.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certification, etc. As of the date of this posting, in addition to your salary, RMCC offer the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance; long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program; PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee paid critical illness and accident insurance.

Nurses with OCN certification are eligible for OCN Incentive Pay after 90 days of employment or upon obtainment of certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, hydration and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Maintains knowledge of drug reimbursement procedures. Completes all chemotherapy charge forms.
• Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.
• Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, including problems and symptom management.
• Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
• Administers all medications using correct medication product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
• Displays appropriate technical skills for the administration of chemotherapy and medications to include, but not limited to, venipuncture, central line access and infusion devices, programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery, and provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home.
• Documents nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart.
• Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material

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.

Minimum two years nursing experience required, oncology experience preferred.

Working Conditions

Environment-
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, and 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.

All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non-federal drug test (which excludes marijuana) post offer of employment and prior to hire.

This job posting will remain open until we have identified an adequate applicant pool.