Position Summary:

The Medical Oncology Infusion Nurse is a highly trained medical professional who provides competent, compassionate nursing care of the highest standard. This position will be responsible for independently coordinating and providing safe patient care, including the delivery of IV infusions, educating patients about disease and treatment, triaging patient calls, collaborating with providers, and various office/administrative responsibilities.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Verifies regimen orders and administers infusion medications and supportive care medications according to institutional policies and protocols.
• Recognizes and responds to infusion reactions and other medical emergencies.
• Triage and prioritize needs of patients either directly or by phone.
• Participates and monitors quality improvement activities.
• Assists in the clinical scheduling of patients returning to nursing clinic.
• Documents nursing encounters in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Performs assessments of patients’ functional ability and recognizes physical and safety needs of patients.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and other health professionals.
• Assesses readiness of patient/family to learn and provide individualized patient education.
• Identifies and works to resolve barriers that impede quality, safe, and efficient delivery of patient treatment and care.
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with patients, physicians, vendors, employees, guests, and all others accessing the practice.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment and will be verified prior to employment.
• RN with Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred.
• BLS, CPR, or ACLS certification required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.
• Competent in venipuncture, vascular access, and IV infusion skills.
• Critical care, infusion, or oncology nursing experience preferred.

• Completion of ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy course is not required upon hire but would be expected to be completed within 2 years.

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service capabilities are required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Superior leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in commonly used computer software (ex., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong math (specifically dosage calculations) and analytical skills.

About Chesapeake Urology

Established in 2016, United Urology Group is a management services organization (MSO) for one of the nation’s largest network of urology affiliate practices. United Urology Group is regarded as the leading urology network in the country. We support affiliate practices on their exceptional integrated care programs, excellence, and innovation in the delivery and administration of urologic care. In an ever-changing and evolving U.S. healthcare environment, United Urology Group provides its affiliate practices with the support needed to enhance the level of services offered, alleviating administrative and financial burdens, and providing the capital needed for expansion. United Urology Group’s ultimate goal is to provide affiliated members with the balance of autonomy and more time to focus on what’s most important – delivering superior patient care.

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