RN Infusion Services - BEH Infusion - Full-Time

Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN — RN Infusion Services, BEH Infusion, Full‑Time Standard Hours

About the role

A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Health System practices nursing according to the state Nurse Practice Act, Erlanger’s Models of Care/Practice, policies, and procedures. The nurse delivers assigned patient care, supervises delegated staff using independent judgment, addresses physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs, coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professionals, participates in all patient safety initiatives, and conducts all responsibilities in alignment with Erlanger’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, immuno‑therapies, biologics, antibiotics, IV fluids, blood products, oral medications, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
• Maintain current knowledge of new drugs used in the outpatient oncology setting.
• Educate patients on drug regimens, side effects, and available resources for managing side effects, social and financial issues.
• Maintain nursing licensure, chemotherapy administration certificate, and BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain a safe therapeutic environment by complying with hospital policies/procedures and identifying/communicating risks to patient safety.
• Perform and document comprehensive, holistic assessments; interpret and respond to abnormal diagnostic data.
• Anticipate potential emergency situations and intervene safely and appropriately, with assistance if needed.
• Develop relationships with patients/families that facilitate mutual involvement in care planning.
• Demonstrate basic critical thinking skills.
• Document concisely, accurately, and completely in adherence to hospital, regulatory, and legal requirements.
• Complete population‑specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the unit scope of service.
• Provide culturally competent care to patients and families.
• Demonstrate awareness of evidence‑based practice.
• Utilize appropriate time management; meet expectations for punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to support staffing needs of patient care areas.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team; seek assistance for conflict resolution as needed.
• Identify and communicate changes in patient conditions that may impact safe care.
• Contribute to a healthy work environment through professional behaviors; seek assistance addressing interpersonal conflicts.
• Take responsibility for meeting education and mandatory programs by completing hospital and unit‑based competencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and contribute positively to unit‑based performance improvement outcomes.
• Report directly to the Infusion Staff Leader and the Oncology Nurse Director.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Experience: None required.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current licensure privileges to practice nursing in the state of Tennessee.
  • BLS completed prior to unit/department assignment and maintained ongoing.
  • Certificate in Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration within 9 months of completing unit orientation.
  • Additional unit‑specific certifications as required (see Unit Requirements).
  • For non‑Tennessee residents: Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire.
• De‑escalation training, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Preferred Experience: Prior experience in delivery of patient care in a similar care setting.
• Preferred Certifications:
  • Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN).
  • Other nationally recognized certification in area of practice.
  • ACLS.