Chemotherapy Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago

Des Moines, United States Mission Cancer + Blood Full time
Job Title: Chemotherapy Nurse Specialist

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Chemotherapy Nurse Specialist to join our team at Mission Cancer + Blood. As a key member of our oncology care team, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to individuals undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer chemotherapeutic/biologic agents and provide patient and family teaching regarding chemotherapeutic side effects and oncology disease process.
  • Provide direct nursing care for patients primarily in the administration of chemotherapy and related oncologic therapies.
  • Educate patients and families regarding the side effects of chemotherapy/biotherapy and the oncology disease process.
  • Act as a resource for patients, families, and other health professionals.
  • Coordinate chemotherapy orders with physicians and physician's nurses.
  • Mix and administer chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications as ordered.
  • Document nursing assessments, patient instruction, fluid, and medication administration.
  • Perform venipunctures, access implanted ports, and maintain central line catheters.
  • Maintain knowledge of reimbursement procedures and accurately document chemotherapy charges.
  • Monitor patient's clinical treatment by performing nursing assessments and providing appropriate and timely interventions.
  • Follow established policies, procedures, and objectives, including safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
  • Communicate and coordinate with outside agencies, staff, and patients to ensure a continuum of care.
  • Properly evaluate laboratory findings.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Current Iowa Registered Nursing License
  • Oncology Nursing Certification preferred
  • Current credentials as required by Medical Facilities
  • Current BCLS
  • Minimum of two (2) years' experience in oncology nursing, including chemotherapy administration

Working Conditions:

  • Physical surroundings: Medical office
  • Adverse working environment: Work may be stressful due to continual interaction with others, long hours required, and nature of the medical specialty.
  • Physical Effort: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this role, including walking, bending, standing, reaching, and sitting. Lifting up to 15 pounds of office or technology equipment.
  • Local Travel: Within the state of Iowa
  • Domestic/International Travel: None
  • Extensive Hours: Varies due to need

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus opportunities

Experience:

  • Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Oncology: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • RN (Required)

Work Location:

  • Multiple locations

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