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REGISTERED NURSE - OUTPATIENT INFUSION - 10025944
Long Beach, CACity of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center 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 wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional 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 and in Arizona.
Registered Nurse – Outpatient Oncology Infusion Clinic
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
As the Registered Nurse working at City of Hope's Long Beach, Worsham Clinic you will provide care to our medical oncology patients. Your primary responsibility is to deliver comprehensive nursing care to the patients while assisting them through their treatment journey offering emotional support and education. The nurses at City of Hope play a vital role in improving the quality of life for cancer patients by providing expert care, support, and education throughout their cancer journey. While fostering excellence in patient care and adherence to City of Hope's high-quality standards. This position is ideal for someone with 1 year of experience working with oncology patients who are looking to transition to the outpatient setting.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Assessing patients’ health status
- Developing and implementing care plans
- Administering chemotherapy and other medications, monitoring patents’ vital signs and symptoms
- Providing education and support to patients and their families and coordinating care and follow-up appointments. Help with managing side effects and complications from their cancer treatment. Involved in quality improvement initiatives, and patient education programs specific to cancer care.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Your qualifications should include:
- Associate degree in nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing is highly preferred.
- 0-3 years years of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Must have a currently and valid California Registered Nurse license.
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Must have a current and valid ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy certification.
- Two (2) years of experience in a physician’s office or hospital.
- One (1) year oncology and chemotherapy administration
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience. EPIC preferred.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please click here.