Infusion Registered Nurse - Pacific Cancer Care

Posted:
3/25/2024, 7:17:09 AM

Location(s):
California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

 

Pacific Cancer Care

Infusion Nurse Opportunity

Monterey: CA

Outpatient

Hematology Oncology Experience Preferred

Full-Time | Mon-Fri

 

About the Practice and their Mission

Pacific Cancer Care is seeking an Experienced Infusion Nurse to join our extensive, well-established physician-led, and managed group practice in Monterey, CA.

 

Pacific Cancer Care (PCC) has provided exceptional care to patients for nearly 50 years. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Monterey, CA, Pacific Cancer Care is not just a healthcare institution—it's a dynamic community of healthcare professionals committed to providing unparalleled cancer care. With state-of-the-art facilities and a patient-centric approach, we offer a range of cutting-edge treatments and therapies to ensure the best possible outcomes. Nutrition counseling, facilitating mind-body wellness, encouraging exercise and fitness, devising survivorship plans, and harnessing palliative therapies all contribute to the total care plan.

 

Responsibilities

  • Infusions for both oncology and hematology patients.
  • Assess pain and implement appropriate pain management techniques.
  • Develop, implement, and revise care plans that reflect the patient's diagnosis and outlined standards of care.
  • Involve patients and/or significant others in decisions regarding care.
  • Document patient history, symptoms, assessments, tests, and care according to guidelines.
  • Review patient history, diagnostics, and lab data, and report any abnormalities.
  • Educate patients and families on managing injuries and illnesses to ensure a safe and successful discharge.
  • Provide all patient care that reflects respect for patient rights, dignity, values, cultural preferences, and expressed needs.
  • Assess the patient's physical, psychological, and social needs.

 

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is preferred.
  • Must possess a current, valid California RN license.
  • CPR Certification.
  • ONS Chemotherapy/Biohazard Certified.
  • One year of relevant chemo infusion experience is preferred.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Excellent IV and central line access skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of professionalism during stressful times.
  • Strong critical thinking skills.
  • Dedication to providing the best patient care possible.
  • Must have a general working knowledge of computers and department-specific software.

 

Salary Transparency:

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Hourly Rate: $45 - $58.

 

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please email [email protected] 

I look forward to speaking with you!