Infusion Homecare RN, Chemo/Immunotherapy, Per-Diem

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic, and other advanced infusion therapies in patients' homes.

• Perform thorough nursing assessments within the patient's residence.

• Evaluate and accurately interpret physicians' orders and treatment plans.

• Prepare and deliver chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic medications, and prescribed infusion therapies.

• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment sessions.

• Identify and respond appropriately to infusion reactions and other clinical changes.

• Conduct peripheral IV insertions and phlebotomy procedures.

• Access and manage PICCs, midlines, central venous catheters, and implanted ports.

• Execute central-line dressing changes and provide ongoing line maintenance.

• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment, medication administration, potential side effects, safety precautions, and when to contact the clinical team.

• Maintain communication with patients, families, infusion pharmacies, physicians, and internal clinical staff.

• Ensure timely and accurate electronic clinical documentation.

• Conduct follow-up visits and ongoing assessments as required.

• Mentor or evaluate newly hired infusion nurses upon request.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3–4 years of recent, hands-on experience in chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

• Active, unrestricted New York State RN license and registration.

• Current ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate or relevant ONCC certification.

• Recent infusion experience in home care, oncology, an infusion center, hospital, clinic, or similar clinical setting.

• Proven competence in administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, and other complex infusion therapies.

• Strong skills in venous access and central-line management.

• Current BLS certification; ACLS is preferred.

• Capability to independently assess patients, recognize adverse reactions, and initiate appropriate interventions.

• Reliable transportation for field-based patient visits.

• Proficiency in using electronic, paperless clinical documentation systems.

• Valid NYS Registered Nursing License and Registration Certificate.

• Up-to-date medical documentation, including physical examination and required TB screening.

• MMR-Varicella titers lab report or vaccination records.

• TDAP vaccine and Hep B vaccination series, titers, or declination required.

• Urine Drug Screen conducted within the last 6 months.

• Flu vaccination, if applicable, or declination required.

• Two forms of government-issued ID to verify employment eligibility.

• Two satisfactory professional references.

• Preferred: OCN®, BMTCN®, CBCN®, or another relevant ONCC credential.

• Preferred: Experience in home-infusion nursing.

• Preferred: IVIG/SCIG experience.

• Preferred: Supervisory, preceptor, or clinical education experience.

• Preferred: Competency in accessing implanted ports, including MediPorts.

• Preferred: Experience working independently with medically complex patients.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible per-diem, part-time scheduling with cases that accommodate the nurse’s availability.

• Competitive compensation starting at $50.00+ per hour base rate.

• Individual cases may offer $60–$150+ based on therapy, clinical complexity, required competencies, and level of care provided.

• Expected minimum of 10 hours per week.

• Malpractice Insurance provided.