Staff Nurse - Chemotherapy - Mission Cancer & Blood (Des Moines) *Sign On Incentive*
Staff Nurse - Chemotherapy - Mission Cancer & Blood (Des Moines) *Sign On Incentive*
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Job Description
Mission Cancer & Blood part of University of Iowa Healthcare is searching for Chemotherapy Staff Nurse to administer chemotherapeutic/biologic agents as well as participating in patient and family teaching regarding chemotherapeutic side effects and oncology disease process. Provides outpatient care to the oncology patient and collaborates with the physician as well as other team members to implement quality care.
Duties to include:
- Provide direct nursing care for patients primarily in the administration of chemotherapy and related oncologic therapies.
- Educate patients and families regarding the side effects of chemotherapy/biotherapy and the oncology disease process.
- Act as a resource for patients families and other health professionals.
- Coordinate chemotherapy orders with physicians and physicians nurses.
- Mix and administer chemotherapy hydration and other medications as ordered.
- Document nursing assessments patient instruction fluid and medication administration.
- Perform venipunctures access implanted ports and maintain central line catheters.
- Maintain knowledge of reimbursement procedures and accurately document chemotherapy charges.
- Monitor patients clinical treatment by performing nursing assessments and providing appropriate and timely interventions.
- Follow established policies procedures and objectives including safety environmental and/or infection control standards.
- Communicate and coordinate with outside agencies staff and patients to ensure a continuum of care.
- Properly evaluate laboratory findings.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 40 hours/week Hours generally worked between 7:00am-5:30pm
Location: Des Moines IA Mission Cancer Blood
Salary: $60000 (at 100% effort) to commensurate *this does not include inpatient or shift differential
Sign On Incentive Details:
- Eligibility: Hired as regular non-temporary employee in Staff Nurse (PD20) classification
Must not have been employed by UI Health Care in a similar position within 12 months - Payment amount:
- Staff nurse with 0 - 4 years experience as a registered nurse: $5000 issued on the first of the month upon successful completion of 60 days of employment
- Staff nurse with 5 or more years experience as a registered nurse: $7500 issued on the first of the month upon successful completion of 60 days of employment
- Staff nurse with 10 or more years experience as a registered nurse: $10000 issued on the first of the month upon successful completion of 60 days of employment
- Commitment: Two years of employment in a Staff Nurse position within UI Health Care
- Repayment: Prorated amount of the sign-on payment if individual leaves before end of two-year commitment
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Des Moines IA
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Education Required:
- An Associates Degree in Nursing a Diploma in Nursing a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP) MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Masters Degree in Nursing (MSN MA) is required
Experience Required:
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in oncology nursing including chemotherapy administration
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions
- General computer skills are required
- Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire
- Current BCLS
- Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality policy and procedures
Desirable Qualifications
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired
- If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable
- Knowledge of company and university policies and procedures
- Oncology Nursing Certification is desirable
- Knowledge of CT Scans X-rays and other tests as deemed necessary
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment
Application Process: In order to be considered applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
References: Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
With additional questions please reach out to Brenna Ballo at
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
