About the Role
The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse (Infusion Center) position is to administer total patient care based on individualized needs of assigned patients and families in accordance with professional nursing standards. The Staff Nurse will utilize knowledge of chemotherapy and/or radiation oncology procedures to assess, screen, evaluate, educate, and provide care management/outcome management in accordance with professional nursing standards to adult patients who are under the care of the Outpatient Oncology Services team. The role of the RN includes practice/office support. Always demonstrates team approaches and flexibility by rotation between Oncology Service Departments as required. Shows a working knowledge of UH, Joint Commission & DOH regulations. Participates in evidence based nursing and related QA and PI endeavors.
What You’ll Do
Provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care based on the individualized needs of patients and their families while adhering to professional nursing standards.
Assesses, screens, evaluates, educates, and coordinates care for adult oncology patients receiving treatment through Outpatient Oncology Services.
Applies specialized knowledge of chemotherapy and radiation oncology treatments to support safe and effective patient care.
Delivers care management and outcome management services to promote positive patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Supports daily clinical and office operations within the oncology practice setting.
Demonstrates a collaborative team-oriented approach and flexibility by rotating among Oncology Service departments as needed.
Maintains knowledge of and compliance with University Hospital (UH), Joint Commission, and Department of Health (DOH) regulations and standards.
Participates in evidence-based nursing practice initiatives, quality assurance (QA) activities, and performance improvement (PI) programs to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.
Promotes excellence in patient care through effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
What You’ll Bring
What We Offer
Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly range for this position is $46.46 - $63.82 .University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.
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