Oncology Infusion RN

Allina Health Cancer Institute Infusion Nurse

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• Casual (0.0 FTE)
• 8-hour day shift
• No weekends

Job Description:

Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient's care needs. Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients, with a specialized focus on the safe administration of a variety of infusions including chemotherapy, biotherapy, antineoplastics and non-antineoplastics injections, and other supportive treatments. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in alignment with the Nurse Practice Act. Committed to advancing the Allina Health Cancer Institute through the integration of evidence-based practice initiatives. Principle Responsibilities

• Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
  • Manages patient care infusion encounters by utilizing a systematic approach to nursing practice.
  • This includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, recognized professional standards, and Allina Health Cancer Institute Policy.
  • Maintains overall accountability and responsibility for assigned patients
  • Completes administrative tasks, including indirect nursing activities that quality patient care and documentation of care per Allina Health Cancer Institute policies and practice.
• Collaboration
  • Collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary hematology/oncology care team and both internal and external ancillary partners to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic and complex environment
  • Coordinates and maintains continuity of care with care team members.
• Quality of Practice
  • Advances the Allina Health Cancer Institute through the integration of evidence-based practice initiatives that align with standards set by national organizational guidelines for quality oncology care.
  • Participates in quality of practice and research activities to advance oncology nursing practice, and complies with research protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Nursing
• 1+ years of ambulatory oncology RN experience with proficient IV insertion skills; or 3+ years inpatient chemotherapy/biotherapy infusion or ICU experience

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range: $46.42 to $64.22 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer