UMH Sparrow RN - IV INFUSION CENTER (Per Diem)

UMH Sparrow is seeking a Registered Nurse for the IV Infusion Center in Lansing, Michigan. This per diem position provides professional nursing services and intravenous chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy infusions to patients in the Intravenous Specialty Infusion Center. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care in conjunction with and under the supervision of the physician according to established policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under established protocols and under the supervision and direction of a physician
• Assist physicians during procedures and monitor patients per protocol
• Initiate appropriate nursing care and assist with medical care, including administering chemotherapy via appropriate routes
• Obtain venous access via peripheral vein, tunneled catheter, and/or implanted port
• Provide patient and family teaching related to oncology procedures, surgeries, chemotherapy treatment, lab and diagnostic procedures, and symptom management
• Document patient care according to policy and maintain accurate written records of patient interactions, including telephone messages
• Share relevant information concerning the patient's condition with physician, manager, and other medical staff to ensure continuity of care
• Coordinate care with the individual patient, family, and other healthcare providers as necessary
• Communicate with physicians and assist with follow-up on abnormal laboratory and diagnostic test results
• Interact with pharmacists regarding medication dose, route, side-effects, and release of cancer treatment for preparation
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and environmental safety
• Maintain professional and practice standards by participating in in-services, staff meetings, and educational opportunities including committee involvement
• Assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies
• Assist with special projects as required by practice

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of outpatient oncology experience within the last 10 years
• Associate degree in Nursing
• Current State of Michigan licensure as a registered nurse
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire
• Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider card within 60 days of hire
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and members of the healthcare team
• Ability to develop and implement individualized nursing care plans that address age-specific, physical, psychosocial, safety, and educational needs
• Clinical judgment, initiative, and leadership skills to independently prioritize patient needs and respond appropriately to changing clinical situations
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills necessary to provide safe, effective hematology/oncology nursing care
• Clinical knowledge and analytical ability to assess patient needs and develop appropriate nursing interventions related to hematology/oncology care
• Sufficient visual and auditory acuity to assess patient condition, communicate effectively, and safely operate necessary equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN); if not OCN certified, completion of at least 6 oncology-specific continuing education hours annually is required
• Ongoing continuing education directly related to the field of oncology