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Part Time Registered Nurse RN, Infusion ServicesOptum • Southborough, MA, United States
Part Time Registered Nurse RN, Infusion Services

Part Time Registered Nurse RN, Infusion Services

Optum • Southborough, MA, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

$5,000 Sign On Bonus For External Candidates

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details :

Primary Location : 24 Newton Street, Southborough, Massachusetts, 01772 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Secondary Location : 5 Neponset Street, Worcester, MA, 01606 (Alternating Monday or Friday)

Department : Infusion Services

Schedule : Part time, 32 hours / weekly, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 : 00AM - 4 : 30PM

This position performs a full range of medical support services while ensuring the highest level of patient care and satisfaction.

This position is responsible for the effective delivery and management of direct patient care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice. Oversees and directs the care of patients with Hematologic and Oncologic malignancies and non-oncology diagnoses in the outpatient setting. Directs the care of the patient receiving chemotherapy / Biotherapy and supportive treatments in collaboration with the provider and other team members. Recognizes changes in the patient status, symptomatology and changes in diagnostic studies and respond appropriately.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Clinical :

Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care

  • Understanding of the care of the cancer patient, principles of chemotherapy / biotherapy, medication classifications, routes of administration and safe handling. Demonstrates critical thinking skills in nursing care across the disease trajectory
  • Performs a complete assessment and reassessment on all patients as per policy, including psychosocial, spiritual, emotional and educational needs
  • Adequately assess and reassess pain and institute appropriate pain management techniques. Provides ongoing patient and care-giver education regarding pain management
  • Prioritize the plan of care as the patient assessment changes using evidence based clinical knowledge
  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of antineoplastic therapies and immunotherapies including physical, psychological, and adverse effects
  • Demonstrates knowledge of medication administration, rate and timing of delivery, treatment parameters and drug properties, i.e., irritant, vesicant or non-vesicant
  • Demonstrates the ability to calculate drug dosage and volume according to patient's age, height, and weight and body surface area
  • Demonstrate proficiency in IV therapy, venous access, and central line use and care
  • Follows regulations, policies and guidelines for safe handling, administration and disposal of antineoplastic agents. Provides patient protection and post therapy education
  • Demonstrates competency in the performance of simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as venipuncture, IV insertion, care and maintenance of vascular access devices and declotting of lines
  • Follows the six medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors
  • Identifies emergency situations and initiates appropriate nursing orders and interventions. Meets patient care needs promptly
  • Assesses patient and family learning needs, physical and mental abilities and readiness to learn. Able to adapt teaching methods and addresses barriers as appropriate. Documents the education experience and needs to reinforce on subsequent visits
  • Demonstrates competency in telephone triage, including the ability to evaluate and assess patient needs and plan for the appropriate intervention
  • Coordinates a discharge plan of care for each patient including education on the treatment plan and schedule and any coordination with community agencies
  • Quality and Safety :
  • Adheres to safety and quality control measures, such as those relating to medication administration and infection control

  • Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives
  • Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies
  • Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely
  • Consistently documents all the aspects of patient care and patient education in the Electronic Medical Record. This ensures appropriate reimbursement for services. Reports pertinent information to the Provider
  • Expectations :
  • Completes all organizational and department specific nursing education and competencies

  • Enhances professional growth and development through education programs, seminars etc.
  • Attends meetings and conferences, including staff meetings as required and directed
  • Performs other similar or related duties as required or directed
  • Regular, reliable and predictable attendance will be required
  • You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

    Required Qualifications :

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • Currently licensed as a RN in the State of Massachusetts
  • Current CPR / BLS Certification
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • National Oncology Certification or attained in an agreed timeframe
  • Chemotherapy / Biotherapy Certification
  • 1+ years of infusion / IV experience
  • Phone triage experience
  • Experience with EMR systems (EPIC)
  • Excellent IV and phlebotomy skills
  • Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

    At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

    OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

    OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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