Registered Nurse Float

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists; Town of Fishkill (NY); On-site; USD 157,046,000 - 205,262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance on day 1

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k Plan

PTO

8 paid holidays

Short-term disability

Job summary

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is seeking a Registered Nurse Float (RN) to support our teams in Poughkeepsie, Fishkill and Newburgh, NY. You will administer chemotherapy and supportive care under physician supervision while promoting patient safety and comfort.

Applicants must hold a NYS RN license, BLS, excellent assessment and communication skills, and be comfortable with EMR; lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with an EMR is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, as well as supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician.
• Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.
• Monitor and chart vital signs, document in the medication administration record.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge.
• Participate in cancer research trials, administering medications per protocol.
• Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness.
• Teach patients and caregivers families regarding treatment expectations.
• Monitor patient status during the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive medications.
• Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.
• Educate patients and caregivers about follow up care and emergency services

Skills

RN License

BLS Certification

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

EMR Proficiency

Physical Stamina

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact!

Job Description

Registered Nurse Float (RN)

Location: Poughkeepsie/Fishkill/Newburgh, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour days, Mon-Fri 7a-6:30p

Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)

In This Role, You Will

• Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, as well as supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician
• Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.
• Monitor and chart vital signs, document in the medication administration record
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge
• Participate in cancer research trials, administering medications per protocol
• Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness
• Teach patients and caregivers families regarding treatment expectations.
• Monitor patient status during the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive medications.
• Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.
• Educate patients and caregivers about follow up care and emergency services

We Require

• Valid New York State RN License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching
• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

What We Offer

• Salary: Starting at $55 per hour based on experience
• Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long- 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating), short term disability,

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

Visit our website at: Nycancer.com

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New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*