What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infusion RN Lead position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
MINNESOTA ONCOLOGY
Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference.
Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.
Why Work for Us?
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
- 401k plan with company contribution
- Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
- Free Parking
- Career Growth and Development
- Supportive Team and Resources
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices
- Administration of chemotherapy and other therapeutic drugs
- Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in clinic
- Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient and labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose and infusing medications and consulting physician regarding dose modifications, problems, and symptom management
- Assures nursing charges are accurate and complete on charge tickets
- Acts as a resource for MA and LPN staff
- Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in patient’s chart
- Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching, instructional materials, and community resource information
- Cross train in the collaborative nursing area as available
- In addition to the above responsibilities, the Lead Nurse will help coach and monitor staff, lead meetings and team building exercises, manage performance issues and reviews; follow up on audits and help manage staffing workflow.
- Trains and coaches new staff members
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Graduate from an accredited nursing program, BSN preferred
- Current MN licensure and registration required
- Current or pending OCN certification preferred
- Current CPR certification required
- 2-3 years of nursing experience with IV experience preferred
- Knowledge of basic computer programs is also required
- Leadership experience helpful
Additional Attributes:
- Strong desire to learn
- Flexibility
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Self-starter
- Strong Basic Mathematic Skills
- Dependable
- Detail-oriented
Salary:
$40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) –
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) –
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status
Salary : $40 - $60
