Ambulatory Infusion Therapy Nurse
Brooklyn, New York
The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Ambulatory Infusion Therapy Nurse

Location: Brooklyn, New York
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Responsible for prescribing, delegating, and coordinating care for assigned patients.
• Deliver care based on established nursing standards and policies.
• Diagnose and treat human responses to actual and potential health problems through case finding, health teaching, counseling, and supportive/restorative care.
• Supervise care provided by LPNs, RNs on permit, nursing attendants, technicians, and supplemental staff.
• Assess patient care needs and develop comprehensive care plans including physical, psychosocial, spiritual, teaching, and discharge planning.
• Observe, evaluate, document, and communicate patient responses to illness and treatments.
• Coordinate nursing interventions with the medical regimen and multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in quality improvement activities related to patient care and nursing standards.
• Serve as a clinical resource and participate in staff orientation, meetings, committees, and educational programs.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, and staff.
• Engage in continuing professional growth and education, including pursuing advanced degrees and certifications.

Contract Length

• Approximately 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New York
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Knowledge and competency in blood and chemotherapy transfusions for both adult and pediatric patients

Preferred Qualifications

• Oncology Nursing Certification (ONC)

Additional Information

• No prior travel experience required
• Ability to fully utilize electronic health record systems and relevant healthcare/billing systems
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage stressful situations effectively

This position is ideal for nurses with infusion therapy experience seeking a clinical nursing role in ambulatory infusion care.