Registered Nurse (RN) - Infusion
OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital
Portland, OR

RN, Immunology Infusion Unit

Department Overview The Ambulatory Infusion Clinics provide infusion and injection services to patients referred from a variety of specialties including Rheumatology, Neurology, Dermatology, Cardiology and other non-oncology service lines. The infusion staff work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidenced-based, patient centered nursing care. The fourteen ambulatory non-oncology infusion chairs at the Center for Health & Healing 1 and five infusion chairs at Immunology infusion Physicians Pavilion are open Monday to Friday. Chair/bed number ranges from 5-14 depending on site. Department Specific Working Conditions: * Work assignment could be scheduled at either location depending on staffing needs * Rotate into other assignments (conditional based on appropriate training.) Function/Duties of Position The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Clinical RN's care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, and knowledge transferor [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role]. Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RN's engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture. Required Qualifications * External applicants- BSN required from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) * Internal applicants: Associate's Degree in Nursing * Associate Degree of Nursing awarded from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) * Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English. * Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools. * Previous experience in ambulatory or infusion. * Minimum two years of nursing experience with acutely ill patients * Current unencumbered Oregon RN license by 1 week before start date * Certification in Basic Life Support certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) * Valid drivers license Department Specific Requirements (competencies, equipment, certifications, etc.): * Completion of Infusion Nursing Society Fundamentals of Infusion therapy (FIT) modules certification during orientation period * Record, track, and assign duties and processes to ensure appropriate billing and revenue generation, when applicable * Ability to effectively communicate within a multidisciplinary team Preferred Qualifications * BSN preferred * Previous infusion experience preferred * CRNI * INS Membership preferred Department Specific Preferences (experience, competencies, certifications, etc.): * At least 1-2 years of hospital nursing experience with direct patient care * Recent Experience working in ambulatory infusion * Certified Nurse Infusion certification * IV access proficiency * Experience working with Central Lines, Port-a-cath Additional Details Orientation- * New Graduate RN- NA * Specialty 4-6 weeks depending on specialty area and work hours * Experienced RN not in specialty 6-8 weeks depending on work hours * Resource Nurse: Time varies based on experienceand work hours available during onboarding. 1 position available. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [email protected].