Registered Nurse (RN)

Roswell Park Care Network has an exciting opportunity for a full-time  Registered Nurse at our beautiful infusion clinic located inside  Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center .   Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

Comprehensive Benefits: 

• Monday-Friday schedule


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)


• 401(k) with company match


• Generous vacation and sick time


• Company-paid life insurance


• 11 paid Holidays

As the  Registered Nurse , you will plan and provide nursing interventions for individuals with cancer and cancer related health care problems; treat human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as patient care, health teaching, and health counseling; execute medical regimens prescribed by a physician or other licensed health care provider authorized by the State of New York. 

Responsibilities:  

• Follows orders written by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant


• Administer chemotherapeutic agents


• Administer IV infusions including iron, hydration, and other injectable medications


• Assess lab results and vital signs


• Prepare chemotherapeutic agents following all safety standards including closed system access devices


• Prepare all medications following manufacturer guidelines


• Obtain vascular access via Peripheral IV, A-port or PICC line


• Patient education on discharge/post treatment


• Monitor and evaluate patients throughout infusion


• Draws blood for lab draws via peripherally or by venous access device


• Performs therapeutic phlebotomy per order


• Phone triage


• Adheres to all the regulatory requirements and professional standards such as ONS and QOPI safety standards as applicable to the specific area of nursing practice 


• Performs nursing assessment that includes the holistic needs of each patient with consideration of his/her physiological, psychological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs. Includes the patient and family and/or support system in the planning and delivery of care 


• Ensures that patient safety is a priority goal in the delivery of healthcare 


• Provides direct patient care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the plan of nursing intervention is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment plan 


• Administers medications, IV fluids in a safe and efficient manner following established policies and procedures 


• Demonstrates knowledge of and indications for dosage, route, action, side effects, contraindications, and adverse reactions of medication 


• Provides health education/teaching for patients, their families, and/or designated significant others 


• Confers with nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team regarding condition of patients and/or any unusual events or problems to ensure continuity of care 


• Schedules patient appointments for treatment to include but not limited to, chemotherapy infusion, iron infusion, hydration, injections, etc.


• Adheres to the RPCI Oncology, PC standard for Employee Conduct


• Protects patient’s privacy, confidentiality, and their rights as health care consumers. 


• Demonstrates an understanding of and is compliant with HIPAA regulations. Can define own level of access for minimum necessary requirements 


• Complies with and is knowledgeable of Institute and department policies/procedures and standards of care 


• Completes and maintains certification for the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Course 


• Acquires and/or maintains the necessary education and skills required to address competencies 


• Attends/completes required mandatory in-services on an annual basis 


• Attends education programs offered which have relevance to the special needs of assigned patient population, new products, equipment, policies/procedures, and clinical care 


• Enhances professional growth and development by participating in educational programs, reading current literature, and participating in in-service meetings and workshops 


• Other responsibilities as may be required and/or assigned

Education/Experience:  

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing


• The equivalent of one (1) year of fulltime oncology nursing experience (preferred) or similar experience


• Experience with EMR software (Medent/Onco/Allscripts/Soarian) 


• Must have knowledge of Windows and Office software

Certifications/Licenses:

• License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York 


• OCN Certification preferred


• BLS required

Salary/Compensation: $38.00 - $41.00 per hour