Registered Nurse; RN

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Northern

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** Registered Nurse (RN)
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* Location:

Kips Bay, NY
**** Hours/Days: 4/10 hour shifts, Mon,Tue,Thu,&Fri 8a-6p (RDO Wed)*
* ** Organization:
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)**  ##
** In This Role, You Will:**
* ** Administer chemotherapeutic and biologic agents, as well as supportive care medications as prescribed by a physician**
* ** Recognize and treat cancer-related and treatment-related issues.**
* ** Monitor and chart vital signs, document in the medication administration record**
* ** Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge**
* ** Participate in cancer research trials, administering medications per protocol**
* ** Provide supportive resources to patients and caregivers to promote health and wellness**
* ** Teach patients and caregivers families regarding treatment expectations.**
* ** Monitor patient status during the administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive medications.**
* ** Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.**
* ** Educate patients and caregivers about follow up care and emergency services**##
** We Require:**
* ** Valid New York State RN License**
* ** Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.**
* ** Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills.**
* ** Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)**
* ** Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching**
* ** Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids**
* ** Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.**
* ** Reliable transportation to travel to NYCBS locations for patient care needs**##
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* What We Offer:

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* ** Salary:
Starting at  $52 per hour**
* ** Benefits:
Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long- 401k Plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays (2 floating) term disability,
**** Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.  Visit our website at:
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* New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **
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