What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Infusion Chemotherapy position at Summit Health CityMD?
Career Opportunities at Summit Health and CityMD
Summit Health and CityMD form a physician-driven, patient-centric network, committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our unique network was created by the 2019 merger between Summit Medical Group, one of the nation’s premier independent multispecialty medical groups, and CityMD, the leading urgent care provider in the New York metropolitan area. Together, Summit Health and CityMD deliver a more intuitive, comprehensive, and responsive care experience for every patient, regardless of the stage of life or health condition, through high-quality primary, specialty, and urgent care.
We are continually growing to meet the needs of our patients and deliver exceptional care to an even greater population. Summit Health now has more than 2,800 providers across more than 80 specialty areas, 13,000 employees, and over 370 locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Central Oregon. CityMD has over 150 locations across the tri-state. We share a vision of improving the way health care needs are addressed by offering timely, high-quality, comprehensive care with an exceptional patient experience. Together, we provide the best possible care to every patient in every neighborhood.
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Summit Health and CityMD are dedicated to hiring and retaining the right talent who will contribute to our ongoing expansion and success. We work to set clear goals and expectations, while regularly managing performance and cultivating personal and team capabilities within a positive, collaborative environment that recognizes and rewards success. We strive to make each team member's experience at our company inspiring. Explore our open positions and apply to become a part of the Summit Health and CityMD family.
Job Description
We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Infusion team! This is a wonderful opportunity to expand into a high-end outpatient specialty field that continues to grow and evolve. We are looking for an RN who can demonstrate empathy and kindness and who wants to make a difference in the lives of patients. This is an incredibly rewarding specialty where the RN plays an important role contributing to the improvement of outcomes as well as patients’ quality of life. Experienced and new grad nurses should apply who will receive personalized training from a certified oncology nurse. We offer flexible working schedules and assistance with working towards their oncology certification. Duties for the RN will include being responsible for administering antibiotics, biologic infusions, immunotherapy and chemotherapy. The Registered Nurse will provide nursing care to patients and their families following the nursing process, established standards and practices. They will assist physicians and other team members in coordinating patient care and function as a resource for support staff (LPNs an. Medical Assistants).
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
- Accessing the patient for bloods/chemo via central and peripheral lines
- Administration of antibiotics, biologic medications and/or chemotherapy/immunotherapy
- Provide initial and ongoing patient education prior to each procedure and drug administration
- Offer emotional support and reassurance to patients throughout treatment
- Provide monitoring and continued assessment throughout the infusion treatment and report any adverse reactions to physician
- Schedules patient according to their treatment regimen
- Strong triage skills for patient needs throughout their infusion as well as for patient phone calls
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum education: Associate Degree; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
- Current NYS licensure as a Registered Nurse
- Infusion experience is a plus but we will provide training to an experienced RN or new grad nurse.
- ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification or will assist candidate to obtain certification within 6-9 months after hire.
- Strong computer skills, EMR experience is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Pay Range $39/hr to $47/hr
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
Total Rewards at Summit Health CityMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. Summit Health highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. We strive to provide a valuable suite of benefits, wellness programs, compensation, time off, and resources to support the wellbeing and personal needs of team members and their families at various stages of life and in their professional career. Collectively, we call these "Total Rewards“.
Here at Summit Health, our total rewards include, but are not limited to:
- We’ve Got You Covered - Health coverage is vital, and it begins as soon as the 1st of the month after you start employment.
- Build a Healthy Foundation – Various medical plan options, HDHP with HSA option and employer contribution, and waived copays at CityMD Urgent Cares.
- Enhance Your Health Coverage – Dental and vision insurance, plus healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
- Safeguard Your Household – Company paid EAP and life insurance, plus optional supplemental life, pet, and legal plan insurance.
- Protect Against the Unexpected – Voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance.
- Retirement Investing - 401(k) plan with company match every pay period to help you build towards your retirement.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and more so employees can take a break or care for themselves and their family.
- Paid Maternity Leave - Paid time off for the birth of a child to assist with important time away while welcoming the newest addition to your family.
- Reach Professional Goals – Tuition reimbursement, annual compensation and bonus program, and internal growth opportunities.
- Financial Wellness - Educational webinars, resources, and tools to help foster financial literacy.
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