Senior Specialist Nurse Chemo Infusion
Core
Deliver specialized nursing care to patients undergoing chemotherapy, including administering infusions, monitoring for adverse reactions, and providing patient education.
Role type
Senior Specialist Nurse Chemo Infusion (Oncology)
Builds
Chemotherapy infusion services for cancer patients
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Chemotherapy administration, patient assessment, side effect management, hazardous drug handling, clinical supervision, multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice implementation, psychosocial support
Preferred skills
Radiation oncology training, Certified Oncology Nurse certification
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy; monitor patients for adverse reactions; educate patients and families on treatment regimens; supervise and mentor junior nursing staff; conduct audits of chemotherapy practices; collaborate with oncologists and pharmacists; provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
