RN - Oncology

Oncology Infusion RN

Shift: Day 5x9-Hour (07:00 - 16:00)

Location: Milwaukie, Newberg, Portland, Hood River, Willamette Falls, Seaside, and Saint Vincent, OR

Job Description

This position is for an Oncology Infusion RN, serving patients with cancer-related care. The successful candidate will float between units based on the unit's needs, providing essential nursing services.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other infusion therapies.
• Monitor and manage patient side effects and complications.
• Provide patient and family education and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the Epic charting system.
• Coordinate care and communication with interdisciplinary team members.

Requirements

• Oncology experience is required.
• Must have an ONS chemotherapy/immunotherapy provider card.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• OCN certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is required.

Special Instructions

Candidates must have a vehicle for this assignment, as it is common for staff to float to other facilities based on their qualifications. Travelers may be offered additional compensation and lodging if required to float to the Seaside facility.

Patient Care Details

• Patient Age Groups: Adults
• Daily Census: Approximately 22 patients
• Unit Capacity: 12 beds for outpatient infusion services

Skills & Competencies

• Experience with accessing/managing ports and administration of chemotherapy and blood products.
• Knowledge of tumor lysis syndrome management and extravasation injury prevention.
• Ability to recognize and manage side effects associated with cancer treatments.
• Phlebotomy skills and PICC line care are essential.

Schedule Details

This position operates on a variable Monday-Friday schedule, providing 9-hour shifts. Weekend work is not required, and block scheduling is not implemented. Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays during the assignment, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.

Additional Information

Travel personnel may be expected to float between nearby facilities. Consistent communication will be maintained to enhance unit staffing based on patient care needs.