Registered Nurse (RN), Outpatient Infusion

About the role

The Department 37340 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Hematology/Oncology Clinic is seeking a Full-time Benefits Eligible RN. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $38.20 to $57.30 per hour, with benefits including a multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.

Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• Maintains a culture of safety and continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respecting interdisciplinary roles, and contributing to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegates tasks appropriately to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status.
• Experience typically requires 2 years of experience in clinical nursing.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking, time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, proficiency in operating computer functions, and ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease.
• Must be able to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Skills

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.).
• Physical abilities testing may be required.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Education Assistance Program

Pay

$38.20 - $57.30 per hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00