City of Hope·Zion, Illinois
The Infusion Nurse is responsible for initiating and monitoring intravenous and intramuscular therapies, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. They must assess patient responses to treatments and intervene in life-threatening situations.
Registered Nurse, Infusion
About City of Hope [https://www.cityofhope.org/about-city-of-hope], City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses.
City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.
With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S.
News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work.
City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
Must be able to work 4 9 hours shifts, 8:00a-5:30p
The Infusion nurse initiates, monitors, and completes intravenous/intramuscular therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, pre-meds and hydration.
Ability to care for patients with IV lines, central lines and ports.
Administer and monitor blood products safely.
Demonstrates competence in chemotherapy administration through ONS.
Ability to assess and recognize normal/abnormal responses to treatments and institute appropriate interventions.
Demonstrates skills to assess and intervene in life-threatening situations.
Administer medications via all routes, using the 6 rights, medication bar scanner and monitoring patient for side effects.
Demonstrates knowledge and use of chemotherapeutic agents and medications
Ability to assess and recognize normal/abnormal responses to treatments and institute appropriate interventions
Demonstrates skills to assess and intervene in life-threatening situations
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
work experience, qualifications, and work location.
Candidates must have at least one year of inpatient hospital RN experience and a valid State of Illinois Registered Nurse License. Required certifications include BLS and the ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Course.
Market context
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