Job description

Oregon Oncology Specialists is currently looking for an experienced, compassionate and caring Oncology Infusion Nurse to join our thriving, privately-owned practice.

We have openings in both our Salem and McMinnville locations

Position Overview:

The Oncology Infusion Nurse provides compassionate and professional direct patient care in our oncology clinic setting. This position has opportunities to make a difference in patient and family lives with the skilled education they provide. Effective collaboration with your clinical team creates a win for all. A Oncology Infusion Nurse exemplifies proficient knowledge in the administration of cancer and hematology-related treatments, using up-to-date, evidence-based and clinically-supported safety guidelines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Administering medications, chemotherapeutic agents, biotherapy agents, analgesics, and hematopoietic growth factors to patients with cancer following age-specific guidelines and standards
• Assessing patient compliance with medications, treatments, and appointments
• Demonstrating competency in the performance of simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as venipuncture, administration of IV fluids, and care of vascular access devices
• Evaluating the need for prescription refills, effectiveness of medication, or medication changes.
• Providing instructions and directions to patients and families on managing side effects related to disease process and related treatments
• Assisting patients in achieving the maximum level of functioning by coordinating with provider team for available resources in the community such as nutritional counseling, psychosocial counseling, medical equipment, and social service support

Required Qualifications:

• Registered RN (ability to obtain Oregon RN license upon hire)
• Basic Life Support certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Current proficiency in IV access of all types
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) within 24 months of hire
• Must be fully vaccinated (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis in compliance with applicable law)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years recent RN experience in a patient care setting with heavy IV/infusion experience
• One-year experience in an inpatient or outpatient oncology clinical setting
• BSN preferred
• Current knowledge of chemotherapeutic agents, administration, side effect management and ability to assess patient learning needs.
• Current OCN
• Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certified

Position Highlights:

• No need to work nights, holidays, weekends
• Schedule could be 4 10’s 7:00 – 5:30, or 5 8’s
• Full time, no evenings or weekends required (may volunteer)
• Family-oriented leadership
• Positive, supportive atmosphere
• Competitive wages, incented bonuses, paid holidays and paid time off
• Retirement savings plan with a great employer contribution

Benefits:

• 401(k) pre-tax deductions
• 401(k) employer contribution
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

What makes OOS Different?

• In 2021 OOS was named a Top Workplace for the Oregon and Southwest Washington regions, based on employee satisfaction surveys.
• As a physician-owned practice, our leadership is local and we are not constrained by large health system bureaucracy.
• We specialize in the latest treatments and most advanced therapies, delivering outcomes that meet or exceed even the largest cancer centers.
• We pride ourselves on continually improving and creating the best experience for our patients from a business office perspective.
• We are a patient-centered practice.
• Competitive pay and incentive bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision
• 401k with employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Upward career growth and professional development
• Supportive and appreciative culture

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.10 - $61.43 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Oncology

Physical setting:

• Clinic

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• 4x10
• 5x8
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:
OOS is committed to the health and safety of our patients, visitors and employees. PPE is provided and sanitation measures are in place to ensure the safest environment possible.

Application Question(s):

• Please indicate if you are interested in the Salem or McMinnville position or would be willing to work at either location?

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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