Infusion Therapy RN/Registered Nurse

LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
US - Minnesota - Staples
June 29, 2024

Job DetailsLevel
Experienced

Job Location
Main Campus - Staples, MN

Position Type
Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Category
Nurse

DescriptionAbout Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the third year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Unit/Department/Team

Come join our Oncology & Infusion team where we provide top-notch care to the best patients and families. Oncology isn't all we do on our infusion team, but with Lakewood's new Cancer Center breaking ground this year, there are many opportunities to grow as you meet challenges and celebrate successes with an amazing team of nurses and providers. We are an upbeat, hardworking, and deeply compassionate crew with a commitment to both our patients and one another.

Mission for Position

The Infusion RN will provide the highest quality, compassionate and personalized care to each patient and their family, each day.

Duties & Responsibilities OR Position Summary

Patient Assessment: Conducting thorough assessments of patients before, during, and after infusion therapy. This involves assessing vital signs, reviewing medical history, and evaluating patients for any signs of adverse reactions.

IV Therapy Management: Inserting, maintaining, and monitoring intravenous (IV) lines for patients receiving infusion therapy. This involves assessing IV sites for signs of complications, ensuring proper infusion rates, and managing IV access devices.

Chemotherapy Administration: Administering chemotherapy medications and other infusion therapies according to physician orders and established protocols. This includes preparing the medications, calculating dosages, and ensuring proper administration techniques.

Patient Education: Providing comprehensive education to patients and their families about their infusion therapy, including potential side effects, self-care measures, and medication management techniques.

Symptom Management: Assessing and managing symptoms and side effects experienced by patients undergoing infusion therapy. This may involve administering supportive medications, providing comfort measures, and collaborating with other healthcare team members to address patient needs.

Collaboration with Healthcare Team: Collaborating with oncologists, physicians, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients. This may involve participating in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care strategies.

Emotional Support: Providing emotional support and encouragement to patients and their families throughout the treatment process. This may involve addressing their concerns, offering reassurance, and connecting them with resources for additional support.

Continuing Education: Engaging in ongoing professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in oncology and infusion therapy. This may include attending conferences, participating in training programs, and pursuing certifications related to oncology nursing practice.

Position Type

Monday-Friday

Full-time, part-time, and casual hours are available.

QualificationsQualifications

Current Minnesota RN license required
At least 2 years oncology experience
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certification
At least 1 year Chemotherapy/immunotherapy administration experience

Ideal Candidate

Is attentive to detail
Assess with a holistic approach
Prioritizes patient safety in all they do
Approaches patient care with families in mind
Communicates with compassion
Does what is right over what is easy

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

Generous Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off
401K Match
Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
New in 2024 - employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

Next StepsInterested, but will the schedule work for you?Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?>>>Contact Jamie Nordick to discuss the possibilities further:

Jamie Nordick, Oncology Director
P: ***
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Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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