Infusion RN New

Overview

Facing cancer takes great strength and courage. It also takes an exceptional team of caregivers using the most advanced cancer treatment options, clinical trials, and research protocols. We are looking for a Registered Nurse – Infusion that focuses on bringing understanding and peace to patients and their families during what may seem like a confusing and challenging time.

About Us:

Our mission is to increase access to and advance the delivery of high-quality cancer care in America. As part of US Oncology, one of the nation's largest health care services networks dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research, we can quickly bring the latest advances in cancer care to our patients. Most importantly, we understand the special needs of cancer patients, and are devoted to caring for the whole person, not just the disease. Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 17 locations throughout the state including Goodyear, Green Valley, Phoenix, Prescott Valley, Scottsdale, and Tucson.

Arizona Oncology has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Arizona!

Benefits:

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, 401K Profit Sharing Plan, Critical Care Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Spending Account, Legal Insurance, Long-Term Care, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off Plan, Short and Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Insurance.

To make a difference in someone’s life, you don’t have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful or perfect. You just have to care.

Responsibilities

In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in a patient’s journey by:

• Assess and monitor therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Document all elements of care in the patient record focusing on accuracy and compliance; triage patient/family phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and provide education.
• Maintain efficient and appropriate patient flow while focusing on patient safety.
• Partner with physicians to assist with exams and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture; access implanted ports and maintain central venous access devices and alternate delivering systems.
• 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.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.
  
  

Qualifications

This position allows all levels of experience .

This position is fulltime, Monday - Friday.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Current RN state license with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience and at least one (1) year of infusion therapy experience preferred.
  
  

What You Bring to the Team:

• BSN preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancer is preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Demonstrate awareness of community resources available to patients and assist with referrals if necessary.
• Maintain current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
  
  

The safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. Masks may be requested in all Arizona Oncology facilities regardless of vaccination status. COVID vaccination is recommended.