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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Outpatient Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Salinas, California.

This position is ideal for an RN with recent outpatient chemotherapy and infusion experience who is comfortable administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic therapies, and other infusion medications in an outpatient setting.

The RN will provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care to patients receiving scheduled infusion treatments. Candidates must have an active California RN license, current BLS certification, and an active ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification.

Recent Epic experience and hands-on outpatient infusion experience are important requirements for this position.

Key Responsibilities

        Provide direct nursing care to patients receiving outpatient infusion therapy.

        Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic agents, hydration therapy, blood products, and other prescribed infusions within scope of practice.

        Verify treatment plans, medication orders, patient identity, laboratory results, allergies, and treatment parameters before administration.

        Perform comprehensive pre-treatment patient assessments.

        Monitor patients throughout infusion therapy for adverse reactions, complications, and changes in clinical condition.

        Recognize and respond promptly to chemotherapy or infusion-related reactions.

        Initiate emergency interventions when necessary.

        Perform peripheral IV insertion and manage vascular access devices.

        Access, assess, maintain, and de-access implanted ports according to facility policy.

        Manage PICC lines and other central venous access devices as appropriate.

        Administer medications safely according to provider orders and established oncology protocols.

        Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, side effects, symptom management, and when to seek medical attention.

        Coordinate care with oncologists, pharmacists, advanced practice providers, laboratory staff, and other members of the healthcare team.

        Review laboratory values and treatment parameters before administering therapy.

        Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic.

        Follow chemotherapy safety standards, hazardous-drug handling requirements, infection-control procedures, and facility policies.

        Support continuity of care through clear communication and clinical handoffs.

        Float within similar departments or related clinical areas when needed and appropriately trained.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have:

        Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license

        Graduate of an accredited nursing program

        Current BLS / Healthcare Provider certification through the American Heart Association

        Current ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification

        Recent outpatient chemotherapy and infusion nursing experience

        Minimum 6-12 months of recent relevant experience within the past year

        Experience administering chemotherapy and infusion therapies in an outpatient environment

        Recent hands-on Epic experience

        Strong knowledge of chemotherapy safety and infusion nursing practices

Required Clinical Experience

Candidates should be comfortable with:

        Outpatient chemotherapy administration

        Immunotherapy administration

        Oncology infusion nursing

        Medication and treatment-plan verification

        Peripheral IV insertion

        Implanted port access

        Central line care

        PICC line management

        Blood product administration

        Hydration therapy

        Biologic infusions

        Patient monitoring during treatment

        Recognition and management of infusion reactions

        Emergency response

        Patient education

        Oncology symptom management

Preferred Qualifications

        Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

        At least 1 year of RN experience in outpatient infusion, oncology, or a closely related specialty

        Previous travel nursing experience

        Experience in a high-volume outpatient infusion center

        Oncology nursing experience

        Strong vascular access skills

        Experience working with multidisciplinary oncology teams

        Willingness and ability to float within a related clinical cluster when needed

Key Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate strong competency in:

        Chemotherapy administration

        Immunotherapy administration

        Infusion therapy

        Oncology nursing

        IV medication administration

        Peripheral IV placement

        Port access and maintenance

        Central venous catheter care

        PICC line care

        Infusion reaction management

        Patient assessment

        Medication safety

        Clinical documentation

        Epic

        Patient and family education

        Emergency response

        Interdisciplinary communication

Schedule Requirements

        Day Shift

        Four 10-hour shifts per week

        40 hours per week

        Department operates Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 AM-5:30 PM

        Department is closed on weekends

        Exact shift times may vary within department operating hours.

        Flexibility to float within similar or related departments is highly desirable.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Outpatient Infusion RN or Oncology Infusion RN who can safely and independently manage patients receiving chemotherapy and other complex infusion treatments.

You should have strong assessment skills, excellent attention to medication safety, confidence managing infusion reactions, and the ability to educate and support patients throughout their treatment.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as an:

        Outpatient Infusion RN

        Oncology Infusion RN

        Chemotherapy RN

        Infusion Center RN

        Oncology RN

        Ambulatory Infusion RN

        Hematology/Oncology RN

        Chemo Infusion Nurse

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on experience, education, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.