Location: Washington Heights, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hr shifts, Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm
Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)

• Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, as well as supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician

• Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.

• Monitor and chart vital signs, document in the medication administration record

• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge

• Participate in cancer research trials, administering medications per protocol

• Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness

• Teach patients and caregivers families regarding treatment expectations.

• Monitor patient status during the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive medications.

• Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.

• Educate patients and caregivers about follow up care and emergency services

• Valid New York State RN License

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

• Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching

• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

• Reliable transportation to travel to NYCBS locations for patient care needs

• Must be bilingual in Spanish/English

• Salary: Starting at  $52 per hour

• Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long- 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating)term disability,