Oncology RN- Infusion

Overview

It may sound cliché, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most of us. It’s much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role, each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients.

If this sounds like you, please reach out to us. We can’t wait to hear your story.

Under general supervision, this RN provides professional nursing care for oncology patients following established standards and practices. The role requires knowledge of age‑specific differences in the patient population, including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. The RN must also support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Assist physicians with exams and procedures.
• Maintain efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Assess patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x‑rays, scans, drug reactions, and initiate appropriate action.
• Facilitate dose modification by assessing the patient, evaluating labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting the physician regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
• Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain central line catheter devices.
• Administer all medications and blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time, and technique.
• Document nursing assessments, patient teaching, and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart.
• Communicate all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician.
• Ensure nursing charges are accurate and complete on patient fee slips.
• Act as a resource person to the medical assistants.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient chart.
• Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material.
• Demonstrate awareness of community resources available to patients and assist with referrals if necessary.
• Manage patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and record the information in the patient chart.
• Provide nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
• Follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and any other material potentially infected with a blood‑borne pathogen.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in cross‑training programs to develop skills across multiple areas of the practice and provide support where needed.

• Graduate from an accredited professional nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Dual licensure in Oregon (OR) and Washington (WA) must be obtained within six months of employment start date.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy provider card preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.

• Minimum (1–3 years) of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.

40 hours per week; 1.0 FTE

Vancouver Cancer Center (Vancouver, WA)

$41.17 – $69.36 per hour. Final offer amounts are determined by a review of the candidate’s applicable experience and qualifications, as well as internal employee equity considerations.

Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in surgical, medical, radiation oncology, pathology, and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and a cohesive patient experience. Our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, providing heightened expertise to our patients.

As a member of the US Oncology Network, a leading community‑based cancer treatment and research organization, Compass Oncology participates in leading‑edge clinical trials that have contributed to 89 FDA‑approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located…