Registered Nurse – Oncology Infusion

Careerwebsite; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network seeks a Registered Nurse for the Oncology Infusion team. You will administer chemotherapy and biologics, manage central lines, educate patients and families, and coordinate care with physicians and pharmacists.

This role emphasizes evidence-based practice, ongoing education, and a commitment to diverse communities across Vermont and northern New York.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Oncology nursing certification preferred but not required.
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification preferred or in progress.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience with central venous access devices and infusion therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, biologics, and supportive infusions per protocols.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Manage central venous access devices and infusion equipment.
• Educate patients and families on treatments, side effects, and symptom management.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Document care in the EHR following regulatory and institutional standards.
• Apply evidence-based oncology nursing practices and safety guidelines.
• Support quality improvement and clinical research initiatives in the infusion center.
• Precept or mentor nurses and students as needed.
• Pursue ongoing oncology education and competencies.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Chemotherapy administration

Biologic & immunotherapy infusion

Central line management

Patient education

EHR documentation

Vital signs assessment

Oncology emergency management

Care coordination

Infection prevention

Education

RN licensure

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred

Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Tools

EHR

Job description

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks a Registered Nurse for our Oncology Infusion team. In this role, you’ll deliver chemotherapy and biologic infusions, manage central lines, perform assessments, and coordinate complex care for oncology patients. You’ll educate patients and families, monitor for adverse reactions, and collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interprofessional teams. Our academic, mission-driven environment supports evidence-based practice, continuing education, and growth while serving diverse communities across Vermont and northern New York.

• Administer chemotherapy, biologics, and supportive infusions per protocols
• Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor for adverse reactions or complications
• Manage central venous access devices and maintain infusion equipment
• Educate patients and families on treatments, side effects, and symptom management
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
• Document care in the EHR following regulatory and institutional standards
• Implement evidence-based oncology nursing practices and safety guidelines
• Support quality improvement and clinical research initiatives within the infusion center
• Precept or mentor nurses and students as needed
• Participate in continuous learning, competencies, and oncology-specific education

• Oncology nursing
• Chemotherapy administration
• Biologic and immunotherapy infusion
• Central line management
• Patient and family education
• Electronic health records (EHR)
• Vital signs and symptom assessment
• Oncology emergency management
• Care coordination
• Infection prevention

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Active RN license
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification
• BLS certification
• ACLS preferred