• Charge RN- Infusion Therapy

    South County Hospital (Wakefield, RI)


    South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety, including a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Our worksite wellness program was recently recognized as one of the top fifty such programs nationally. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

     

    Pay Scale: $36.85 - $51.26

    Job Summary:

    Oversees and facilitates patient flow through the Infusion department. Develops and coordinates assignments and delegates work to achieve desired results. Balances resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Acts as a resource to advance patient care outcomes. Takes a patient assignment when necessary. Facilitates safety huddles in the absence of the unit leader. Chemotherapy administration, symptom management, patient education, phone triage and other direct care responsibilities. Must posses excellent IV skills, including central lines and ports. Must work collaboratively as part of a team.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Chemotherapy/biotherapy certification required and OCN preferred-will consider RN's with IV experience to be trained. Pursuit and achievement of OCN highly encouraged. RN with 1-3 years of oncology and IV experience, IV skills and chemo/bio certification. Current RI license required.

    Success Factors:

    + Evidence of continuing education.

    + Strong commitment to the delivery of customer-focused service

    + Advanced critical thinking skills.

    + Excellent interpersonal, prioritization, and organizational skills to ensure successful flow of the patient.

    + Strong communication skills to assist colleagues in meeting and exceeding standards of care and to facilitate a dynamic and positive team spirit.