Registered Nurse - Pediatric Infusion

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Pennsylvania seeks a Registered Nurse to provide coordinated nursing care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings within the Children's Cancer Center. Responsibilities include education, chemotherapy administration support, clinician collaboration, and adherence to safety and quality initiatives.

Requires BSN, pediatric experience, and PA RN licensure with BLS and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing and PA RN licensure.
• 1 year of experience in pediatric acute care.
• 1 year of experience with pediatric outpatient RN infusion.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days.
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days.
• CPHON-Cert Peds Hematology Oncology RN ONCC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Provides coordination of care across the continuum (inpatient/outpatient/community) to ensure appropriate utilization of clinical and community resources.
• Assesses patient readiness to learn, ensures education materials are appropriate, and evaluates the effectiveness of patient education.
• Supports the delivery of oncology-specific treatment including symptom management, mixing chemotherapy treatments, and administering chemotherapy as requested.
• Maintains clinical competence and demonstrates proficiency with network quality improvement initiatives.
• Provides phone advice to patients and responds to patient inquiries.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing

RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Tools

EMR

AHA BLS - PA within 30 Days

PALS - PA within 30 Days

ONCC/Peds Hematology Oncology RN - PA Upon Hire

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Provides care to patients within the Pennsylvania Registered Nurse Scope of Practice. Utilizes clinical skills and equipment; understands electronic medical record system to optimize patient care.

Job Duties

Provides coordination of care across the continuum (inpatient/outpatient/community) to ensure appropriate utilization of clinical and community resources. Assesses patient readiness to learn, ensures education materials are appropriate, and evaluates the effectiveness of patient education. Refers all questions outside the scope or responsibility to the appropriate individual. Supports the delivery of oncology-specific treatment including symptom management, mixing chemotherapy treatments, and administering chemotherapy as requested. Maintains clinical competence and demonstrates proficiency with network quality improvement initiatives. Provides phone advice to patients and responds to patient inquiries. Performs selected administrative functions to support patient care delivery and administrative office responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing
• 1 year of experience in pediatric acute care
• 1 year of experience with pediatric outpatient RN infusion
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
• CPHON-Cert Peds Hematology Oncology RN ONCC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• CPN - Certified Pediatric Nurse
• PNCB - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
• Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
• Position Type: Onsite
• Union: Not Applicable
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p, varied days. No weekends, no holidays.
• Department: 1004-09401 Childrens Cancer Center - CC

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