What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAR T Registered Nurse - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus position at Cancer Specialists LLC?
Why Cancer Specialists of North Florida (CSNF)
CSNF is the largest physician owned private practice oncology group in Jacksonville. Our employees demonstrate their expertise by providing exceptional patient care while maintaining a work life balance. CSNF is currently recruiting a Cellular Therapy Registered Nurse for our busy Specialty Practice offering a GENEROUS SIGN-ON BONUS. The Cellular Therapy Registered Nurse provides highly specialized nursing care to patients receiving chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy and bispecific antibodies in the outpatient setting. This role involves intensive patient monitoring, early toxicity recognition, care coordination, patient education, and rapid escalation of care to manage potentially life-threatening complications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Administer lymphodepleting chemotherapy prior to CAR-T, CAR-T infusion, and supportive infusions per protocol. Monitor and assess patient for adverse symptoms prior to and during therapy.
- Travel required to multiple CSNF clinic sites to assist with administration of bispecific antibody infusion step-up doses. Educate clinic nursing staff on CSNF process and protocol for bispecific administration.
- Patient and caregiver education on treatment plans, expectations, side effect management, and after-care instructions.
- Closely monitor for cellular therapy related toxicities such as CRS and ICANS.
- Communicate change in patient status with providers and patient care team
- Manage central venous access devices (ports and CVCs)
- Insure HIPAA compliance and timely documentation in EMR
- Schedule and manage follow-up visits, laboratory monitoring, and infusion appointments
- Communicate patient status changes promptly to the multidisciplinary team
- Deliver pre- and post-infusion care for patients receiving CAR-T and bispecific antibody therapies in accordance with CSNF protocols and REMS requirements
- Coordination of care in compliance with FACT accreditation and CSNF policies
- Weekend hours required on CAR-T infusion weeks only to assess and treat patient toxicities in clinic.
Full-time Position
Education and Experience:
- Strong IV skills
- 3-5 year of Chemotherapy infusion nursing experience required
- CAR-T/cellular therapy or transplant experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Active Florida Registered Nursing License required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or BMTCN preferred
- Current ACLS or BLS certification required
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
Cancer Specialists of North Florida is an "EEO Employer” and “Drug Free Workplace”