Registered Nurse - Infusion

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine in Upper East Side is seeking a Registered Nurse - Infusion to administer IV therapies, oversee infusion procedures, and coordinate patient care in the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, has 1–2 years of RN infusion experience (oncology or acute care preferred), and is proficient in managing central lines and ports. A NY RN license and BLS are expected, with a role that includes patient education and collaborative, safe infusion practices.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Minimum 1–2 years RN infusion/oncology/acute care experience preferred.
• Experience managing central lines and implanted ports.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-infusion assessments, verify orders, and ensure lab parameters are met.
• Monitor patients during and after infusions for complications.
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access.
• Access and manage central lines, including PICC lines and implanted ports.
• Educate patients and caregivers on infusion treatments, side effects, and care of central lines/ports.
• Reinforce adherence to therapy and follow-up care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning.

Skills

IV insertion

Vascular access

Infusion safety

Emergency response

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Therapy scheduling

Patient education

Education

BSN

Job description

Title: Registered Nurse - Infusion

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program

Work Days

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $123,200.00 - $133,100.00

• As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Administer IV therapies including biologics, chemotherapy/biotherapy, antibiotics, blood products, and hydration.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform pre-infusion assessments, verify orders, and ensure appropriate lab parameters are met
• Monitor patients throughout infusions and post-infusion for complications
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access
• Access and manage central lines, including PICC lines and implanted ports
• Educate patients and caregivers on: Infusion treatments and expected side effects; Signs/symptoms requiring urgent evaluation; Central line and port care/maintenance
• Reinforce adherence to therapy and follow-up care plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Experience

Minimum 1-2 years of RN experience (infusion, oncology, or acute care preferred)

Prior outpatient infusion, oncology, or specialty infusion experience

Experience managing central lines and implanted ports

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to manage continuous and intermittent infusions with high attention to medication accuracy and safety
• Ability to recognize and rapidly respond to infusion-related reactions, including hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis
• Ability to initiate emergency interventions per protocol
• Ability to collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and nursing staff to optimize care
• Ability to coordinate scheduling and sequencing of therapies to ensure efficiency and safety
• Demonstrated competency in IV insertion and vascular access

Licenses and Certifications

• Current New York State RN license (or ability to obtain)
• BLS Certification (issued by the American Heart Association)
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification/Certified registered nurse infusion (preferred).

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.

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