Oncology Infusion RN - PRN

Overview

It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most of us. It is much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, and those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role, each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients.

If this sounds like you, please reach out to us. We can't wait to hear your story.

Part-time / On-call (Monday – Friday)

Vancouver Cancer Center (Vancouver, WA)

$41.17 – $69.36 Per Hour

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for oncology patients following established standards and practices. Demonstrates knowledge of age‑specific differences in the patient population—including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly—covering physiological, psychological, and developmental differences unique to each group. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Assists physician with exams and procedures.
• Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Assesses patients for changes in condition, including abnormal labs, x‑rays, scans, drug reactions and initiates appropriate action.
• Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
• Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports, and maintains central line (catheter) devices.
• Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
• Documents nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart.
• Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician.
• Assures nursing charges are accurate and complete on patient fee slips.
• Acts as a resource person to the medical assistants.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient chart.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
• Demonstrates awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals if necessary.
• Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
• Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
• Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood‑borne pathogen.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in cross‑training programs to develop skills across multiple areas of the practice and provide support where needed.

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• Dual licensure in Oregon (OR) and Washington (WA) must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy provider card, preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.

• Minimum (1‑3 years) of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.

Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team‑oriented, patient‑centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients;
Compass Oncology is the place for you!

As a member of The US Oncology Network, one of…