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RN Infusion Care Coordinators are registered nurses who specialize in administering medications, therapies, and fluids through peripheral intravenous lines, PICCs, central venous catheters, or venous access ports in the Medical Oncology Clinic and Infusion Center. They are essential to the coordination of care and facilitate the healthcare team and healthcare providers to ensure the infusion devices and treatments are appropriate for the patient’s needs.
RN Infusion Care Coordinators in the Medical Oncology Clinic and Infusion Center manage a highly acute patient caseload and care for patients by diagnosing and treating their responses to actual or potential health problems in the practice setting through implementation of the nursing process. Levels of acuity in the outpatient oncology center are impacted by patient condition, complexity of medications administered, neoadjuvant treatments, additional tests and treatments required and addressing psychosocial and emotional needs. Administering care and treatments and coordinating care, the RN Infusion Care Coordinator delegates tasks to other staff members, supervises care and evaluates results.
The nurse maintains competence in clinical practice and assists in the development of nursing practice standards through participation in professional committees and professional organizations. The RN Infusion Care Coordinator demonstrates expertise in specialized IV therapy activities including but not limited to insertion of peripheral devices, access of central venous catheters and administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy agents. The RN Infusion Care Coordinator plans and provides nursing interventions for individuals with cancer and cancer related health care problems; treating human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as patient care, health teaching, and health counseling. The nurse executes medical regimens prescribed by a physician or other licensed health care provider authorized by the state of New York.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Graduate of accredited RN program. Current licensure and registration in NYS with Bachelors’ degree preferred.
Experience:Minimum of two years’ experience in medical/surgical nursing with IV therapy experience and Oncology experience preferred.
Certification: Basic Life Support, ONS/ONCC Oncology Nurse Certification and ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certified preferred with expected completion of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification within 1.5 years.
GUIDING BEHAVIORS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The position is located indoors under normal working conditions. Should be able to push/pull 25 lb., lift/move 15 lb. from floor to table, be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a key board, writing and filing, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to sit at a computer terminal or work station for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat, stand and walk for a reasonable length of time and distance. Sensory requirements include the ability to articulate and comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to read the English language.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:
Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.
Salary Range: $33.71-$50.56/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$82k-103k (estimate)
05/22/2024
07/20/2024
ellismedicine.org
SCHENECTADY, NY
1,000 - 3,000
1885
Private
PAT LINSTEAD
$200M - $500M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Ellis Medicine is a teaching healthcare system that offers inpatient and outpatient services including cardiac, cancer and neuroscience services.