Oncology Licensed Practical Nurse - Float

Cancer Specialists of North Florida is recruiting for an experienced Oncology Licensed Practical Nurse - Float for our busy Specialty Practice. The Oncology LPN is responsible for the following under the direct supervision of RNs and physicians:

* Providing safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing care to patients receiving various infusion therapies and injections. * Communicate regularly with the multidisciplinary team. Coordinate patient care and assist in patient flow. * Functions within the Florida scope of practice and follows clinic policies, nursing standards, and state regulations.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL TO ALL CSNF CLINICS. APPLICANT MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK A FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

* Access, maintain, and deaccess peripheral IVs and vascular access devices (ports) * Administer infusion-related therapies within LPN scope — such as IV fluids, electrolyte replacements, IV iron, and injection * Assess and monitor patient status: vital signs, symptoms, side effects, and reactions throughout the infusion process; report changes to RN/physician * Assist with patient education, treatment scheduling, and other administrative duties such as FMLA paperwork. Complete tasks in EMR system in a timely manner * Input prescriptions and make other patient calls as directed by RNs and physician * Ensure equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and functioning properly * Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, expectations, side effect management, and after-care instructions * Maintains patient confidentiality * All other duties as assigned

Full-time Position, Monday – Friday

Practice Locations in Jacksonville, Fleming Island, Middleburg, Saint Augustine and Palm Coast

Education and Experience: 

* Graduate from an accredited program for practical nursing education * 1 year experience as a practicing LPN, oncology experience preferred * Phlebotomy and peripheral IV experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

* Current State of Florida LPN license * IV Therapy Certification required - state approved certification program * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate

Compensation and Benefits:

* Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Cancer Specialists of North Florida is an "EEO Employer” and “Drug Free Workplace”