Department: Oncology / Infusion
Status: PRN (As Needed)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager – Infusion and Oncology Services
Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado
- PRN scheduling based on department needs
- No weekends
- No holidays
Pagosa Springs Medical Center is seeking an experienced PRN Oncology / Infusion Registered Nurse to provide supplemental support to our oncology care team.
This position administers chemotherapy and infusion treatments, monitors patient responses, and collaborates with providers and clinical staff to ensure safe and effective oncology care. The PRN RN supports continuity of care for oncology patients while maintaining high clinical and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities- Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, and infusion therapies
- Perform IV therapy, port access, and infusion monitoring
- Assess patients prior to, during, and after treatment
- Monitor for and respond to infusion reactions or complications
- Provide patient and family education regarding treatments and side effects
- Document all patient care and treatments accurately in the EMR
- Collaborate with oncology providers and clinical team members
- Follow all oncology treatment protocols and safety guidelines
- Work with a collaborative oncology care team
- Flexible PRN scheduling
- Opportunity to support rural oncology care
- Culture guided by WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Respect
QualificationsEducation
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program
- BSN preferred
- Minimum two (2) years of Oncology or infusion nursing experience
- Current Colorado RN license in good standing
- Current AHA BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- OCN – Oncology Certified Nurse certification required
- ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy & Biotherapy certification required
- Advanced IV therapy and infusion management
- Knowledge of chemotherapy protocols and safety practices
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
- Excellent communication and patient education skills
- Base Compensation Range: $38.20 - $47.75 hourly
- PRN Differential: PRN employees in this position receive an additional $5/hr. PRN differential pay.
- Benefits: PRN benefits include sick leave and retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Job Type: PRN
- Shift Type: Weekday
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check.
Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Minimum two years of oncology or infusion nursing experience
- Current Colorado Registered Nurse license in good standing
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse certification
- ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification
- Advanced IV therapy and infusion management skills
- Knowledge of chemotherapy protocols and safety practices
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
- Excellent communication and patient education skills
What We Do
Pagosa Springs Medical Center is a critical access hospital, rural health clinic, and ambulance/emergency medical service in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, serving an approximately 1,800-square-mile area. Its services include 24/7 emergency and Level IV trauma care, inpatient and surgical care, primary and specialty services, behavioral health, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory services. Its mission is to provide quality, compassionate healthcare and wellness for each person it serves.
