Salary: $55 / Hour The OncologyRegistered Nurse evaluates, plans, implements and documents nursing care forthe oncology patient population. The Oncology Registered Nurse works inhospitals and outpatient care centers where patients receive cancer treatments. In hospital settings, the Oncology RegisteredNurse assists with surgery prep, patient education and coordination of theircancer treatments. In outpatient carecenter settings, the Oncology Registered Nurse typically helps with treatmentssuch as chemotherapy and infusions while monitoring patients’ vitals, sideeffects, and pain. Position Details: + Position: Medical Oncology Infusion RN + Setting: Outpatient + Location: Towson, MD 21204 + Shift Opening: Monday-Friday, 8a-4:30p, 40 hours/week + No weekend or on-call requirement + Start Date: 7/24 + Contract Length: 13 weeks (opportunity for extension; opportunity to transition internally with the clinic) + Ratios: 5-12 cases per day + Experience requirements: 3-5 years of Oncology and Chemo Infusion experience Primary Duties &Responsibilities: + Verifies regimen orders and administers infusion medications and supportive care medications according to institutional policies and protocols. + Recognizes and responds to infusion reactions and other medical emergencies. + Triage and prioritize needs of patients either directly or by phone. + Participates and monitors quality improvement activities. + Assists in the clinical scheduling of patients returning to nursing clinic. + Documents nursing encounters in the Electronic Medical Record. + Performs assessments of patients’ functional ability and recognizes physical and safety needs of patients. + Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, families, and other health professionals. + Assesses readiness of patient/family to learn and provide individualized patient education. + Identifies and works to resolve barriers that impede quality, safe, and efficient delivery of patient treatment and care. + Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with patients, physicians, vendors, employees, guests, and all others accessing the practice. Minimum Requirements: + Current RN license in state practicing + One (1) year of experience in oncology nursing preferred + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age + Experience requirements: 3-5 years of Oncology and Chemo Infusion experience Next Steps: + For more details on this position, press "apply" and submit your resume. We'll review your resume and reach out to you to schedule a phone screen + Resumes can also be sent directly to Maria Battaglia, mabattag@amergis.com Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.