RN, Infusion

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Registered Nurse for the Infusion Center to deliver skilled infusion services. You will work in a 24-chair, 10-private-room center serving various specialties in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include port access, initiating PIVs, and applying evidence-based nursing practice with strong communication to ensure exemplary patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current permit or license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.
• Current BLS.
• PALS may be obtained post hire.
• APHON Certification is not required but encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent infusion services according to identified patient needs.
• Provide patient-centered infusion care with sound clinical judgment.
• Communicate clearly to support customer excellence and teamwork.
• Operate in a fast-paced infusion center serving diverse patient populations.
• Utilize port access and starting peripheral IVs; apply time management and critical thinking skills.

Skills

Infusion nursing

Port access

PIV placement

Critical thinking

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Texas RN license

BLS certification

PALS (post hire)

APHON certification encouraged

Job description

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department

Infusion Center

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

40

Summary

Registered Nurse will deliver competent and skilled infusion services to patients and families according to their identified needs. Infusion nursing care is based on the nursing process and augments the medical plan of care. The Registered Nurse will deliver team-oriented infusion services with a patient centered focus. The Registered Nurse will exhibit consistent sound clinical judgment and skills, stemming from evidenced base nursing practice. Strong clear communication related to customer excellence is also expected.

The infusion center is located in the Dodson Outpatient Building, and our nursing staff serves a wide variety of patients. In infusion, you will see both acute and chronic patients from various specialties, including, but not limited to, hematology/oncology, nephrology, rheumatology, gastroenterology, and others. Nurse residents should expect a fast-paced environment and an opportunity to use a variety of skills, such as accessing ports, starting PIVs, practicing time management, and using critical thinking skills. Our infusion center currently features 24 chairs, 10 private rooms, an adolescent and young adult (AYA) room, and an activity playroom.

Full-Time Schedule

Monday - Friday

8 - 16:30

Some weekends/No holidays/No Cal

Education/Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Associate required. Bachelors preferred.
• Current permit or license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.
• Current BLS.
• PALS may be obtained post hire.
• APHON Certification is not required but encouraged.

About Us

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.