RN III - Infusion Clinic (Float - Mission Hills, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley) - $10K Sign-on Bonus

City of Hope

Mission Hills, CA

Job posting number: #7136419 (Ref:10020278)

Posted: March 27, 2023

Salary / Pay Rate: $49.37 - $74.05 / hour

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

About City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Founded in 1913,City of Hopehas grown into one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis fornumerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center at its core, City of Hope brings a uniquely integrated model to patients spanning cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and innovation initiatives. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, andtreatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. City of Hope’s affiliated group of organizations includesTranslational Genomics Research InstituteandAccessHopeTM. For more information about City of Hope, follow us onFacebook,Twitter,YouTube,InstagramandLinkedIn.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, Practice Management, provides professional nursing care for City of Hope patients at various Community Practice locations. The Float Pool Nurse exercises skill proper clinical judgment to provide quality, safe, efficient care to City of Hope oncology patients.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Greets patients and escorts them to a treatment chair or bed
  • Assists physician in preparing for minor procedures
  • Provides general nursing care to patients; administers and controls narcotics, prescribed medications, mixes and administers chemotherapy treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
  • Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physician and records in EMR; administers prescribed medications as directed
  • Updates patient chart utilizing EMR
  • Oversees infusion appointment bookings and ensures emergency situations are scheduled appropriately; maintains timely flow of patients.
  • Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
  • Instructs patient and family regarding treatment medications, side effects and gives instruction on how to alleviate systems
  • Telephone prescription requests to pharmacy or utilizes electronic transmission of prescriptions in EMR
  • Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA, CLIA and COLA regulations
  • Follows all OSHA guidelines to minimize exposure to blood borne pathogens
  • Communicates physician referral requests to staff via EMR for necessary processing
  • Ensures proper insurance authorization prior to treatment
  • Performs patient education when appropriate
  • Replenishes supplies, stocks and cleans infusion rooms and manages pharmaceutical supplies
  • Oversees infusion room and medical assistant’s preparation of infusion room, including re-stocking of treatment areas.
  • Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
  • Follows established CCSMG policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental and infection control guidelines.
  • Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining patient confidentiality
  • Arranges for all biohazardous waste pick-up
  • Attends annual CPR, OSHA, CLIA and COLA training programs
  • Attends all regular staff meetings
  • Adheres to all documentation guidelines as instructed by Practice Administrator and Clinical Director and provides accurate documentation in the patient’s electronic medical record.
  • Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Clinical Director, Practice Administrator or the physician
  • Utilizes leadership skills in overseeing and assisting other members of the health care team to prioritize and resolve issues
  • Demonstrates a level of professional practice that supports the delivery of appropriated care and positive working relationships.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

  • Registered Nurse degree
  • 3+ years of experience as an RN

Required Certification/Licensure:

  • Current California RN license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) card through American Heart Association (AHA)
  • A valid ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Card

Preferred education, experience and skills required for consideration:

  • Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Chemo mixing experience
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience

Additional Information:

  • Job Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts
  • As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.

Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $49.37 - $74.05 / hour

The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.



City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.


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