Registered Nurse (RN)

Astera Cancer Care; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance on day 1

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Job summary

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) in Kips Bay, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, monitor vitals, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You will participate in cancer research trials and provide education to patients and families about treatment expectations and follow-up care.

The role requires NYS RN licensure, BLS, and strong assessment and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid New York State RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents and supportive meds as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and document in the medication administration record.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to share expertise.
• Participate in cancer research trials and administer meds per protocol.
• Educate patients and families about treatment expectations and follow-up care.

Skills

Assessment & communication

EMR proficiency

Documentation

Education

New York State RN License

Tools

EMR software

Job description

# **Registered Nurse (RN)****Location: Kips Bay, NY****Hours/Days: 4/10 hour shifts, Mon,Tue,Thu,&Fri 8a-6p (RDO Wed)** **Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)** ## **In This Role, You Will:*** **Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, as well as supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician*** **Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.*** **Monitor and chart vital signs, document in the medication administration record*** **Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge*** **Participate in cancer research trials, administering medications per protocol*** **Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness*** **Teach patients and caregivers families regarding treatment expectations.*** **Monitor patient status during the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive medications.*** **Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.*** **Educate patients and caregivers about follow up care and emergency services**## **We Require:*** **Valid New York State RN License*** **Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.*** **Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.*** **Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)*** **Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching*** **Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids*** **Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.*** **Reliable transportation to travel to NYCBS locations for patient care needs**## **What We Offer:*** **Salary: Starting at $52 per hour*** **Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long- 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating)term disability,****Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care. Visit our website at: Nycancer.com Follow us on Facebook: NYCBS on Facebook \\*New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\\***