Oncology Infusion Nurse

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

September 19, 2024

Department:

31002916 AHCI Infusion Minneapolis

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

32

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

This is a union represented position, but no collective bargaining agreement is yet in effect.

• .8 FTE (64 hour per two week pay period)

• 8-hour, Day/Evening shifts

• Weekend requirements per department rotation. This will be discussed during the interview stage.

Job Description:

Manages patient care infusion encounters by utilizing a systematic approach to nursing practice that includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. This includes collaborating with multidisciplinary hematology/oncology care team members, along with internal and external ancillary partners, in a fast-paced environment. Dedicated to the growth and development of the Allina Health Cancer Institute, incorporating evidence-based practice initiatives that align with ONS, NCCN, COC, and organizational standards of care.

Principle Responsibilities

• Delivery of chemotherapy, biotherapy and supportive care to hematology/oncology patients in accordance with Nurse Practice Act, recognized professional standards, and Allina Health Cancer Institute Policy.

• Complete Patient Assessment and Education.

• Collaborate with health care team in order to coordinate and maintain continuity of care.

• Administrative tasks including indirect nursing activities which promote quality patient care.

• Documentation of care per Allina Health Cancer Institute policies and practice.

• Maintain overall accountability/responsibility for assigned patients

• Comply with research protocols.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Nursing. Along with 1 year of ambulatory chemo/biotherapy experience or 3 years inpatient chemo/biotherapy infusion experience
• 0 to 2 years experience with Ambulatory Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Infusion. May consider nurses with 2 or more years inpatient chemo/biotherapy infusion experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• 0 to 2 years Peripheral IV Insertion skills. Or willing to be trained within 60 days of hire
• 0 to 2 years Phlebotomy skills. Or willing to be trained within 60 days of hire
• 0 to 2 years experience EPIC EMR, including Beacon application. Or willing to be trained at time of hire

Licenses/Certifications

• ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Provider Card required upon completion of Allina onboarding, within 30 days of hire

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) from the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation must be obtained within 3 years of hire required for those hired before April 1, 2024; for those hired on/after April 1, 2024, must obtain within 30 months

• Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association

• Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross

• Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight

Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently