Registered Nurse (PRN)

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers is seeking a PRN Oncology Infusion Nurse in Pueblo, CO to deliver safe, high-quality infusion services in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.

Ideal candidates are clinically strong, compassionate, and able to support patients and families through all stages of treatment while collaborating with a mission-driven care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license and state registration.
• BLS certification; ongoing CE requirements.
• Minimum two years nursing experience; oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, hydration, and other meds under physician supervision.
• Maintain knowledge of chemotherapy reimbursement and complete charge forms.
• Obtain pre-authorization and proper consent before therapies.
• Operate and document use of ambulatory infusion pumps and related equipment.
• Assess patients and adjust dosages per protocol in collaboration with physician.
• Perform venipuncture and port/catheter care as needed.
• Ensure accurate medication administration and patient/caregiver instruction for home use.
• Document nursing assessments, teaching, and infusions in the chart.
• Triages calls and communicates with the physician as needed.
• Provide information and support to patients and families throughout treatment.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Infusion therapy

Venipuncture

Central line care

Patient education

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Infusion pumps

Job description

Overview

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for a PRN RN in Pueblo.

Join a team committed to excellence in cancer care. We are looking for a skilled Oncology Infusion Nurse to provide safe, high-quality infusion services in a fast-paced and patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, compassionate, and committed to supporting patients and their families throughout every stage of treatment while contributing to a collaborative and mission-driven care team.

Salary Range: $37.00-46.00

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certification, etc. A Nurses with OCN certification are eligible for OCN Incentive Pay after 90 days of employment or upon obtainment of certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, hydration and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Maintains knowledge of drug reimbursement procedures. Completes all chemotherapy charge forms.
• Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.
• Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, including problems and symptom management.
• Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
• Administers all medications using correct medication product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
• Displays appropriate technical skills for the administration of chemotherapy and medications to include, but not limited to, venipuncture, central line access and infusion devices, programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery, and provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home.
• Documents nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart.
• Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.

RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain continuing education requirements.

Minimum two years nursing experience required, oncology experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non-federal drug test (which excludes marijuana) post offer of employment and prior to hire.

Candidates will be required to show proof of being vaccinated against influenza upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by‑case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.