Registered Nurse, Infusion OCC N PHX

PCA Professional Corporation of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is seeking an Infusion Nurse for their OCC N PHX location in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves administering IV/IM therapies including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, and caring for patients with IV lines and central lines or ports.

Qualifications include 1 year of chemo infusion experience, ADN, RN license in Arizona, BLS, and ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification within 30 days of hire with biennial renewals. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in chemo infusion
• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Registered Nurse, Arizona.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Certificate Course within 30 days of hire and renewal every two years.

Responsibilities

• The Infusion nurse initiates, monitors, and completes intravenous/intramuscular therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, pre-meds and hydration.
• Ability to care for patients with IV lines, central lines and ports Administer and monitor blood products safely Demonstrates competence in chemotherapy administration through ONS.
• Ability to assess and recognize normal/abnormal responses to treatments and institute appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrates skills to assess and intervene in life-threatening situations.
• Administer medications via all routes, using the 6 rights, medication bar scanner and monitoring patient for side effects Ability to collect blood specimens and blood cultures.

Skills

IV therapy

Chemotherapy administration

Patient monitoring

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Registered Nurse, Infusion OCC N PHX About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The Infusion Nurse Responsibilities

• The Infusion nurse initiates, monitors, and completes intravenous/intramuscular therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, pre-meds and hydration.
• Ability to care for patients with IV lines, central lines and ports Administer and monitor blood products safely Demonstrates competence in chemotherapy administration through ONS.
• Ability to assess and recognize normal/abnormal responses to treatments and institute appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrates skills to assess and intervene in life-threatening situations.
• Administer medications via all routes, using the 6 rights, medication bar scanner and monitoring patient for side effects Ability to collect blood specimens and blood cultures.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in chemo infusion
• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Registered Nurse, Arizona
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Certificate Course within 30 days of hire and renewal every two years.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience.

Each of us at City of Hope believes in and is dedicated to turning hope into reality. Every researcher, nurse, doctor, administrative professional or IT specialist brings his or her unique creativity and talent to the fight against cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. Whether your interest is in the clinical, business, science or support service area, at City of Hope you will collaborate with the best and brightest colleagues, be challenged by engaging tasks and impact the lives of many people.