RN / Registered Nurse - Outpatient Chemo Infusion Center (Per Diem)

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Montlake – 8SE Oncology Outpatient Infusion has an outstanding opportunity for a Per Diem Registered Nurse .

WORK SCHEDULE

Per diem schedule / variable hours each week Must be available to work day shifts Monday-Friday; shifts run up to 10 hours long Must be available to work at least 4 shifts every 4 weeks Our clinic is closed on nights, weekends, and holidays DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION 8SE Outpatient Infusion has 14 infusion chairs and provides care to both UW Medicine and Fred Hutchinson patients

Patients may receive antibiotics, chemotherapy, transfusions, or symptom management in any phase of their treatment course. 8SE is a nursing-led unit and is staffed exclusively with chemo-certified RNs

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Be part of a nursing-led unit Provide highly needed infusion care to vulnerable patients PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Screen patients for administration of medications via IV infusion Ensure patients who are presenting are able to tolerate their infusions Place IVs, access ports, and PICCs Initiate, assess, and observe patients during infusions Disconnect IVs and monitor patients post infusion Document all above activities in the Electronic Medical Record Provide education for patients and their families REQUIREMENTS Current certification in chemo administration Broad range of chemo infusion experience Experience with all types of central venous access catheters Excellent skills with peripheral IVs BLS Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State 2 years of nursing work experience ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest

As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street

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ABOUT UW MEDICINE

– WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center

UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored

Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest

Become part of our team Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation

, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $46.97 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $86.17 hourly Other Compensation: BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour
Certification premium - $1.25/hour
Overtime pay Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: WSNA UWMC Montlake About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dsouw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .