RN - Registered Nurse - Infusion Clinic - Extended Care Infusion - Weekend AM (602)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Paid parental leave

PSLF program

Job summary

UAB Medicine Infusion Therapy seeks an experienced ambulatory oncology nurse to provide specialized care for adult hematology and oncology patients in the Extended Care Clinic (ECC). You will monitor and intervene for high-acuity cases, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, high-quality care.

Candidates should hold an RN license (Alabama) and possess oncology/chemotherapy knowledge. Weekend AM shifts, 7:00am–7:00pm, with a pay range of $29.44–$47.10 per hour and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in Alabama or eligible to obtain one.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• BMTC may be acceptable for specific positions; ACLS/PALS as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional ambulatory nursing care to adult hematology and oncology patients.
• Demonstrate specialized oncology/chemotherapy knowledge and skills.
• Coordinate activities of multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

RN

Oncology nursing

Ambulatory care

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR certification

ACLS

PALS

BMTC

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $29.44 - $47.10 / hour

Shifts: weekends AM

Schedules: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

UAB Medicine Infusion Therapy offers effective, quality treatment for all patients, and this specialized infusion space, known as the Extended Care Clinic (ECC), is equipped with four suites to provides urgent, same-day care for hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplant (BMT), and cellular therapy patients beyond traditional clinic hours. Designed to treat acute oncology-related complications in the outpatient setting, the ECC team helps patients receive timely care. As part of this team, your responsibilities will include close monitoring and rapid intervention for patients with complex, high acuity needs, making it a unique and rewarding environment at the forefront of outpatient cancer care. UAB Medicine Infusion Therapy is part of the UAB O'Neal Cancer Center, which is home to the state's largest infusion therapy program and only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, recognized for its research and innovation in cancer treatment. UAB is also home to the only adult blood and marrow transplant program in Alabama. These designations represent UAB's commitment to ensuring our patients receive highly specialized therapies, including stem cell transplantation and CAR T-cell therapy.

Job Description

To provide professional ambulatory nursing care to adult patients with hematologic and oncologic diseases. To demonstrate specialized oncology/chemotherapy knowledge and skills gained through formal education and several years of training. To deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating. To coordinate activities of other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care..

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Nursing. BSN preferred. Work experience may not substitute for education requirement. Two (2) years nursing experience preferred. Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of employment. BMTC (Bone Marrow Transplant Certification) may be acceptable for specific positions. If working in the Hazelrig-Salter Radiation Oncology Center, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is also required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.