Registered Nurse (RN) The Infusion Center Full-Time Days

RWJBarnabas Health; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Infusion Center seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver compassionate oncology care in a daytime, 9.5-hour shift environment at the Melchiorre Cancer Center Infusion Center. Responsibilities include chemo administration, vascular access management, patient education, and coordination with the care team.

Candidates must hold NJ RN licensure; BSN preferred. BLS and IV certifications are required or obtained within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing and valid New Jersey RN license.
• BSN preferred or matriculating toward degree.
• BLS and IV certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Oncology related certifications (OCN or equivalent) encouraged; CE credits needed if not certified.
• Strong oncology assessment, chemotherapy administration, vascular access, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and plan care for hematology/oncology patients.
• Administer chemotherapy/biotherapy per policies and standards.
• Manage IV chemotherapy and implanted access devices; monitor for side effects.
• Provide central line care including flushing and dressing changes.
• Recognize emergencies and respond to patient condition changes.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and symptom management.
• Coordinate with physicians and team for discharge planning and goals.
• Potentially assume Charge Nurse duties as assigned.

Skills

Oncology Nursing

Vascular Access

Chemotherapy Administration

Assessment Skills

Patient Education

Critical Thinking

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Leadership / Charge Nurse

Education

RN License

BSN preferred

BLS Certification

IV Certification

Chemotherapy Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) The Infusion Center Full-Time Days

Req #: 0000264394

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: The Infusion Center

Pay Range: $47.85 - $60.60 per hour

Location: 112 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: RN 9.5 Hr Shift

Location: Melchiorre Cancer Center

Department Name: The Infusion Center

Req #: 0000264394

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $60.60 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our Infusion Center Registered Nurses provide specialized, compassionate care to patients and families navigating cancer and hematologic conditions. As a Registered Nurse at the Melchiorre Cancer Center Infusion Center, you'll combine oncology nursing expertise with thoughtful patient education, symptom management, and individualized care throughout treatment. From administering chemotherapy and managing vascular access devices to recognizing oncology emergencies and supporting patients through the physical and emotional impact of treatment, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, coordinated, and supportive care experience.

As an Infusion Center Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

• Performing comprehensive assessments and reassessments while developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized plans of care for hematology and oncology patients
• Administering chemotherapy and biotherapy in accordance with established policies, procedures, and oncology nursing standards
• Initiating, maintaining, and monitoring IV chemotherapy and implanted access devices while observing for treatment-related side effects and potential biohazardous exposure
• Providing central line care, including flushing, blood draws, dressing changes, and ongoing maintenance
• Recognizing hematologic and oncologic emergencies and responding appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Identifying and managing medication extravasation according to established clinical protocols
• Administering blood and blood products while following applicable safety policies and procedures
• Caring for patients with complex hematology and oncology needs, including chemotherapy treatment, sickle cell crisis, fever, neutropenia, and acute or chronic pain
• Providing oncology and chemotherapy-related education to patients and families while reinforcing treatment plans, symptom management, and ongoing care needs
• Supporting patients and families as they cope with the emotional impact of diagnosis and treatment and connecting them with Social Services and other resources when appropriate
• Collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary partners to coordinate care, establish patient goals, support discharge planning, and communicate changes in patient condition
• Assuming Charge Nurse responsibilities when delegated, including assessing staffing needs and organizing assignments based on patient acuity and staff competency

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about oncology nursing and enjoy developing meaningful relationships with patients throughout their treatment journey
• You are comfortable administering chemotherapy and managing the specialized clinical needs associated with hematology and oncology care
• Strong assessment skills allow you to recognize subtle changes in patient condition and respond appropriately to oncologic or hematologic emergencies
• You have a strong understanding of vascular access, IV therapy, infection prevention, medication safety, and treatment-related complications
• You can balance complex clinical responsibilities while maintaining a compassionate and reassuring presence for patients and families
• Patient and caregiver education is an important part of how you approach nursing care
• You understand the physical, psychosocial, nutritional, and rehabilitation needs that may accompany cancer treatment
• You enjoy collaborating with physicians, nurses, social workers, discharge planners, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team
• You are organized and comfortable prioritizing care based on patient acuity and changing clinical needs
• You value continuous learning and maintaining current oncology nursing knowledge and competencies

To be considered for this Infusion Center Registered Nurse opportunity, you must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or current matriculation toward a baccalaureate nursing degree, is preferred. BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire to the unit. Candidates must also hold IV certification from an approved facility or complete IV certification requirements within 90 days of hire. Registered Nurses administering chemotherapy must obtain and maintain Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification through the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS). Nurses providing oncology care who do not hold Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) national certification must complete a minimum of 12 oncology-specific continuing education credits annually in accordance with Commission on Cancer (CoC) accreditation guidelines. Candidates must successfully complete all required orientation programs. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong oncology assessment, chemotherapy administration, vascular access, central line care, symptom management, patient education, critical thinking, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. This is an hourly, day shift opportunity working 9.5-hour shifts in The Infusion Center at Melchiorre Cancer Center.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer