Lead Registered Nurse

ANNUAL SALARY (DEPENDING ON SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): $163,000.00 - $185,000.00

JOB SUMMARY: The Lead RN will be responsible and accountable for over-seeing the direct operations and patient flow of a designated Infusion Site on his/her respective shift. The Assistant RN Manager will support growth and quality at medical oncology sites across the enterprise consisting of Infusion centers, laboratory, and in office dispensing. The Assistant RN manager will support and model a service-oriented culture focused on employee engagement, quality, patient safety, service excellence, fiscal responsibility and the overall patient and physician experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with the nurse manager, site manager and site MO to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing leadership and direction for the nursing team.
• Lead and participate in the development and implementation of local and organizational guidelines, protocols and standards.
• Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.
• Assists patient compliance with therapy and continuity of care as needed.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of new chemotherapy, other infusion drugs and informing staff of new protocols, medications and scheduling in-services.
• Working with the Safety & Compliance Officer, is responsible for ensuring staff education on safety to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.
• Continually looks for new ways to integrate technology and best practices to improve quality, reduce costs and remain compliant.
• Responsible for informing and enforcing education has been completed and processes are being followed.
• Collaborate with the RN Manager for recruitment/retention of Infusion Nurses (i.e., candidate screening/selection, travel/interview logistics, inclusion of appropriate staff and physicians in the interview process, and contacting professional references).
• Develops and builds teams by encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Guides, directs, and motivates team members by providing guidance and direction to team members, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Attends monthly site and Lead RN meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification preferred.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) credential preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• 2 year of experience in an outpatient oncology infusion center required.
• 2 year of EMR experience required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The conditions described below reflect the typical environment encountered while performing the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to support individuals with disabilities in fulfilling these responsibilities. This position operates within a climate-controlled medical office setting. It involves working under pressure and regularly interacting with a diverse group of individuals, including staff, physicians, patients, clients, insurance representatives, and the general public. The role may involve frequent exposure to clinical hazards such as communicable diseases, bodily fluids, hazardous substances, ionizing radiation, and various medications typically present in a healthcare environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical requirements outlined below represent those necessary for an employee to perform the essential duties of this role successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities. This position requires a full range of physical movement, including lifting and assisting patients, as well as manual dexterity and coordination. Prolonged periods of standing and walking are expected. The role may occasionally involve lifting and carrying items weighing between 11 and 20 pounds. Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction, are necessary for effective performance.

Note: This job description provides a general overview and is not intended to detail every responsibility. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support organizational objectives.