IQVIA

Infusion Nurse - Fairfax, VA - On-site

IQVIA • $62K — $155K *
Fairfax, VA 22030In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
2 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current BLS and ACLS certification or obtained within 90 days of employment
  • Active Registered Nursing License in the state of practice
  • Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
  • Proficient in IV and venous access device management
  • Experience in administering Chemotherapy/Biotherapy

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate knowledge of oncology care practices across different age groups
  • Perform patient assessments and monitor therapy according to physician directives
  • Assist physicians during examinations and procedures
  • Document all care processes accurately and comprehensively
  • Educate patients and families about cancer treatment and clinical trials
  • Administer investigational drugs and therapies according to study protocols
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety during clinical trials

Benefits

  • Monday to Friday schedule with predictable hours
  • No night or holiday shifts, enhancing work-life balance
  • Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients over time
  • Access to ongoing professional development in oncology and clinical research
  • Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture with opportunities for growth
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Infusion Nurse must be knowledgeable of standard oncology care practices. The Infusion Nurse advocates for patient safety and protocol integrity, adheres to nursing standards, and communicates effectively to ensure effective conduct of clinical trials and quality patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Oncology Care Practices
  • Demonstrates knowledge of age specific differences in the patient population including physiological and developmental differences unique to each group.
  • Assess and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician.
  • Assists physician with exams and procedures.
  • Maintains efficient and appropriate patient 􀏐low.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
  • Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivering systems.
  • Documents all elements of care.
  • Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or mid-level provider.
  • Serves as a resource person to the medical assistants and LPNs.
  • Triages patient/family phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
  • Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching.
  • Demonstrates awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals if necessary.
  • Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen.
  • Maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
  • Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
  • Maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nurses.


Oncology Clinical Trial Practices
  • Confirms informed consent is documented prior to performing any study specific tasks.
  • Identifies patients who require increased nursing assessment and management in addition to the clinical trial requirements and collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure patient safety.
  • Provides patient education regarding required study procedures.
  • Educates and evaluates patient's adherence to and documentation of self-administered protocol agents, diaries, and return of such agents.
  • Collaborates with the investigator to determine if any treatment schedule or drug dose modification is necessary and communicates findings to the study team and other care providers.
  • Ensures appropriate communication between research and clinical staff related to patient-specific care needs. This may include telephone contact.
  • Ensures evidence-based symptom management as permitted by the protocol.
  • Administers investigational compounds and/or chemotherapy/biotherapy to patients according to the protocol and applicable regulations.
  • Performs study-required procedures such as routine lab collection, study-specific sample collection, vital signs, and ECGs, according to the protocol-defined timeline.
  • Records all study procedures performed including, but not limited to, vital signs, ECGs, blood draws, infusions, and infusion reactions. This may include collecting and documenting current medication lists.


Required Education and Experience
  • Current BLS and ACLS or obtained within 90 days of employment
  • Current Registered Nursing License in the state the role is based in for RNs
  • OCN preferred.
  • IV and venous access device management skills
  • Chemotherapy/Biotherapy administration experience


Why Nurses Choose NEXT Oncology, an Avacare Business

Better Work-Life Balance
  • Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • No night shifts
  • No holiday work
  • No rotating schedules
  • Predictable staffing and scheduling
  • Improved work-life balance compared to many acute care settings


Meaningful Patient Relationships
  • Continuity of care with a consistent patient population
  • Opportunity to develop deeper relationships with patients and their families throughout their cancer treatment journey
  • Collaborative, patient-centered environment where nurses are empowered to make a difference


Expand Your Clinical Expertise
  • Gain valuable exposure to oncology clinical research and investigational therapies
  • Administer innovative cancer treatments and participate in advancing the future of oncology care
  • Work alongside experienced physicians, research teams, and oncology specialists
  • Professional development opportunities within both oncology nursing and clinical research


Comprehensive Benefits
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Discretionary PTO
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Opportunities for growth and continued learning


The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $62,200.00 - $155,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

IQVIA Careers

Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

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Join over 50,000 dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment where technology meets healthcare. At IQVIA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it's the backbone of how we solve complex challenges. With cutting-edge resources and a collaborative global team, your work at IQVIA directly contributes to advancements in life sciences.

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Learn more about IQVIA
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ
IQV
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