Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)
Knowledge of safety precautions for handling cytotoxic agents
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Reliable transportation for patient care needs
Responsibilities
Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents as prescribed
Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues
Monitor and chart vital signs, documenting accurately
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care
Participate in cancer research trials, following administrative protocols
Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers
Educate patients and families about treatment and care expectations
Benefits
Health Insurance on day 1
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
401k Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
8 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
Full Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Yorktown, NY
Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour shifts, Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)
In This Role, You Will:
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
We Require:
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
What We Offer:
Salary: Starting at $50 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,
About OneOncology
OneOncology is a technology-enabled community of independent, community oncology practices working together to improve the lives of everyone living with cancer through a patient-centric, physician-driven, and technology-powered model.
