Staff Nurse - Chemotherapy - Mission Cancer & Blood
Mission Cancer & Blood, part of University of Iowa Healthcare is searching for Chemotherapy Staff Nurse to administer chemotherapeutic/biologic agents as well as participating in patient and family teaching regarding chemotherapeutic side effects and oncology disease process. Provides outpatient care to the oncology patient and collaborates with the physician as well as other team members to implement quality care.
Position Responsibilities:
• Provide direct nursing care for patients primarily in the administration of chemotherapy and related oncologic therapies.
• Educate patients and families regarding the side effects of chemotherapy/biotherapy and the oncology disease process.
• Act as a resource for patients, families and other health professionals.
• Coordinate chemotherapy orders with physicians and physician’s nurses.
• Mix and administer chemotherapy, hydration and other medications as ordered.
• Document nursing assessments, patient instruction, fluid and medication administration.
• Perform venipunctures, access implanted ports and maintain central line catheters.
• Maintain knowledge of reimbursement procedures and accurately document chemotherapy charges.
• Monitor patient’s clinical treatment by performing nursing assessments and providing appropriate and timely interventions.
• Follow established policies, procedures and objectives including safety, environmental and/or infection control standards.
• Communicate and coordinate with outside agencies, staff and patients to ensure a continuum of care.
• Properly evaluate laboratory findings.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Des Moines, IA Mission, Cancer & Blood
Salary: $60,000 (at 100% effort) to commensurate *this does not include inpatient or shift differential
Benefits Highlights:
• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. Mission Cancer + Blood, part of University of Iowa Health Care reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.
Education Required
• An Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required
Experience Required:
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in oncology nursing, including chemotherapy administration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions
• General computer skills are required
• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire
• Current BCLS
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality policy and procedures
Desirable Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Master’s Degree in Nursing is highly desired
• If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable
• Knowledge of company and university policies and procedures
• Oncology Nursing Certification is desirable
• Knowledge of CT Scans, X-rays, and other tests as deemed necessary
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment
Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Brenna Ballo at brenna-ballo@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
