Registered Nurse - Infusion

About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California, Arizona, Illinois and Georgia.

Job Description:

Part Time

The Professional Clinical Registered Nurse practices to provide relationship based care. Individualized care to the geriatric and adult patient and family is provided within the realm of relationship-based care. An Individualized plan of care is provided; utilizing the nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. Independently guides nursing practice and evaluates patient specific outcomes. Responsible for inspiring to ensure clinically excellent outcomes through effective delegation in the exercise of his/her independent judgement. Utilizes effective communication to support a culture of caring and healing in which the patient and family are the central focus. Nursing care address physical, spiritual, emotional and educational needs of the patient, and coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professional’s patients, support persons and all members of the healthcare team. Acts in compliance with enterprise policies/procedures and the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Illinois and in alignment with the nursing mission, vision, and values. Follows the enterprise nursing philosophy and the Empowered for Excellence (E2) nursing professional practice model which are derived from the Benner model and Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring.

Minimal Required Attributes:

• Graduate of NLNAC or CCNE School of Nursing, and licensed in the state of practice
• OCN Certification within 18 months of hire or 36 total CE in Oncology every Commission of Cancer cycle of three years with completion of 12 CE every year (Surgical Services exempt)
• BLS certification must be maintained while in this position
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified (As appropriate for population served)

Preferred Attributes: National certification in specialty population served

• 1-2 years of acute care experience
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certified
• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing strongly preferred

Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical and surgical patients requiring infusion therapy of all ages. Directly guides the care delivered by the patient care partners.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES:

• ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Course certified within 6 weeks of hire.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Ultrasound guided IV insertion/Phlebotomy experience
• ACLS

• Current general nursing or oncology experience.
• Minimum of 1-year current experience in hospital or clinical setting as an RN
• Oncology Certified (OCN)

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of chemotherapeutic agents and medications
• Ability to assess and recognize normal/abnormal responses to treatments and institute appropriate interventions
• Demonstrates skills to assess and intervene in life-threatening situations

Pay Range

Placement within the identified pay range is based on individual and market factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, credentials (including licenses and certifications), geographic location, market competition, skill set (including market availability of required skills), assigned/anticipated job tasks, and level of responsibility. These factors are considered without regard to an individual’s status as a member of any protect group pursuant to federal, state, and/or local law.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

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