RN Infusion
About This Job
You deliver exceptional, patient-centered care as a Registered Nurse specializing in infusion services.
You serve as a vital lifeline for patients undergoing complex treatments, ensuring their comfort, safety, and emotional well-being throughout every step of the healing process.
You collaborate closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to administer specialized therapies, monitor patient responses, and maintain a compassionate, healing environment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Administers safe and accurate infusion therapy, chemotherapy, and biologic treatments according to established clinical protocols and physician orders.
- Performs precise IV insertion, venipuncture, and central line management to ensure reliable vascular access for every patient.
- Monitors patients continuously for adverse reactions, side effects, and clinical changes, taking immediate action when critical decisions arise.
- Applies extensive knowledge of pharmacology to verify medication dosages, compatibility, and safety measures prior to administration.
- Educates patients and their families on treatment procedures, side effects, and self-care strategies to empower them throughout their healthcare journey.
- Maintains accurate and timely electronic health records, documenting all patient assessments, treatments, and clinical responses.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Earns an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
- Holds an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Experience
- Accumulates a minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience, with a strong focus on outpatient or acute care settings.
- Demonstrates hands-on expertise in vascular access and specialty medication administration.
Knowledge/Skills
- Executes advanced proficiency in infusion therapy, IV insertion, and venipuncture.
- Manages complex central line management procedures with strict adherence to infection control standards.
- Delivers specialized care through safe chemotherapy administration and biologic therapy protocols.
- Evaluates patient status through rigorous patient monitoring and clinical assessment techniques.
- Applies sound clinical judgment based on a deep understanding of pharmacology.
- Maintains current BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Holds national certification in infusion nursing or oncology nursing.
- Brings prior experience working in an ambulatory infusion center or outpatient oncology clinic.
Physical Requirements/Work Conditions
- Stands and walks for extended periods during patient care shifts.
- Lifts and transports medical equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous medications.
- Navigates a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining calm, focused attention to detail.