Chemotherapy/Infusion Registered Nurse

Chemotherapy / Infusion Registered Nurse (RN)

Compensation: $55.00/hr plus benefits

Location: Charleston, SC VAMC - Chemotherapy & Infusion Suite (VA Medical Center / Outpatient Infusion Clinic)

Work Schedule:

• Clinic Coverage: Weekdays, weekends, and federal holidays as required
• Shift Options:
• Day Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Day Shift: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Day Shift: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Position Overview:

The Chemotherapy / Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) is a highly skilled professional nurse who provides specialized nursing care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and infusion-related treatments within the Chemotherapy & Infusion Suite. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Contract Chemotherapy/Infusion RN maintains accountability for coordinating and delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

The RN provides care to individuals, families, and groups in accordance with the standards and ethical principles established by the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS). Contractor nurses are assigned based on patient care needs and individual experience.

Primary Responsibilities

Assessment & Clinical Care

• Identify and assess physiological, psychological, social, and environmental factors affecting patients undergoing chemotherapy and infusion therapy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the care of adult and geriatric patients across all stages of treatment.
• Assess, monitor, and treat patient responses to antineoplastic agents, immunotherapy, and infusion therapies.
• Recognize and respond effectively to medical emergencies, infusion or transfusion reactions, and proactively intervene to prevent complications.

Medication & Treatment Administration

• Administer, monitor, document, and evaluate chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, iron infusions, antibiotics, IV fluids, and other prescribed treatments in accordance with ONS guidelines and medical center policies.
• Perform venipuncture and manage vascular access devices including Port-A-Cath, PASport implanted devices, and PICC lines.
• Safely manage chemotherapy spills and adhere to hazardous drug handling protocols.
• Perform 12-lead electrocardiographic monitoring and interpret relevant laboratory values.

Advanced Nursing Skills

• Provide Basic Life Support (BLS), airway management, and appropriate use of AED when indicated.
• Perform tracheostomy care, gastrostomy/PEG tube care, urinary catheterization (indwelling and intermittent), blood glucose testing, and other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures as required.
• Administer high-alert medications and oral or IV antineoplastic and immunotherapy agents as prescribed.

Documentation & Communication

• Review electronic and/or paper medical records for provider orders and treatment protocols.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using approved VA forms and computerized systems.
• Promptly notify providers of significant changes in patient condition or other pertinent clinical information.

Patient Education & Care Coordination

• Develop and implement individualized patient education and teaching plans based on assessed needs.
• Address patient concerns, answer questions, and provide education regarding treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies.
• Coordinate care and refer patients to other disciplines as appropriate, including nutrition, social work, and specialty services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to influence positive patient outcomes across the continuum of care.

Team & Operational Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Chemotherapy & Infusion team and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain responsibility for providing clinical coverage to the Chemotherapy & Infusion Center.
• Practice in adherence to professional nursing standards, ethical principles, and facility policies.

Special Assignments

• May be required to care for COVID-19 positive patients and Patients Under Investigation (PUI) in the Chemotherapy/Infusion Clinic setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Associates in Nursing; BSN in Nursing is preferred.
• Must be ONC RN Certified.
• Demonstrated experience in chemotherapy, infusion, oncology, or hematology nursing.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.