Infusion RN | Cancer Care Institute at Monument Health

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

39.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemotherapy Administration, Patient Assessment, Clinical Interventions, Patient Education, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Emergency Response, Nursing Care, Biopsychosocial Assessment, Care Plan Implementation, Patient Navigation, Oncology Experience, Acute Care Experience, Team Instruction, Departmental Efficiency, Financial Viability, Patient-Centered Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Current Employees: If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage. Primary Location Rapid City, SD USA Department CCI Infusion Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Starting Pay Rate Range $31.20 - $39.00 (Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.) Job Summary The Medical Oncology Registered Nurse works directly with adolescent, adult, and geriatric oncology patients undergoing active chemotherapy treatment in the outpatient setting. The Medical Oncology RN is responsible for the dose calculation and administration of chemotherapy treatment plans as established by the Medical Oncologist. Patient care responsibilities include biopsychosocial assessment, education, and follow up nursing care. Will work with cancer patients through their active, palliative, and end of life care in accordance with accepted hospital standards and policy and the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act. The Medical Oncology Nurse consistently employs patient and family-centered care to promote safety, quality, and satisfaction. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: *Supportive work culture *Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage *Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account *Instant pay is available for qualifying positions *Paid Time Off Accrual Bank *Opportunities for growth and advancement *Tuition assistance/reimbursement *Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends) *Flexible scheduling Job Description Essential Functions: Demonstrates the ability to administer chemotherapy treatments in accordance with national standards and hospital policy Demonstrates the ability to appropriately assess patients, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and implement change to the plan of care. Prioritizes and organizes delivery of care in a consistent manner. Initiates interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient care and outcomes. Initiates Interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient care and outcomes. Provides education for patients and families receiving chemotherapy treatments. Instructs patient/family/team in treatment plan and goals. Initiates authorization process for all new chemotherapy /supportive care treatments, as well as diagnostic tests through referral to patient navigators. Recognizes potential emergency/life threatening situations and initiates appropriate actions as evidenced by observation and chart review. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding the performance of personnel and/or students. Participates in departmental processes/functions to improve departmental efficiency and financial viability. All other duties as assigned. Additional Requirements Required: Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing Certification - Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing Preferred: Experience - 1+ years of Acute Experience; 1+ years of Oncology Experience Certification - Oncology Nursing Certification (ONC) - Accredited University or accredited training professionals Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours. Job Category Nursing Job Family Ambulatory Nursing Shift Employee Type Regular 10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc. Make a difference. Every day. Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Learn more about a rewarding career at Monument Health. Click the "Get Started" button below to tell us more about yourself.

Responsibilities

The Medical Oncology Registered Nurse administers chemotherapy treatments and is responsible for patient assessments, education, and follow-up care. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety throughout the treatment process.