The Infusion Registered Nurse provides professional, patient-centered nursing care within the infusion clinic. This role is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and evaluating patient responses throughout the infusion process. The nurse administers infusion therapies safely and accurately, monitors patients for adverse reactions, and ensures a supportive and informative patient experience.
The Infusion RN functions as a clinical resource, educator, and triage nurse. This position collaborates closely with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care and achieve high-quality outcomes. The nurse also provides directions to ancillary staff and supports the overall efficiency of clinic operations.
The Infusion Registered Nurse is expected to uphold the organizations mission, vision, and values while adhering to all established policies, procedures, and professional standards.

CLINICAL PRACTICE

• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Administer infusion therapies, including IV medications, biologics, blood products, and hydration treatments, following established protocols.
• Monitor patients during and after infusions; identify and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Perform triage functions and prioritize patient needs appropriately.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, and home care instructions.
• Collaborate with Providers and the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Support, guide, and oversee the work of ancillary staff to ensure safe and efficient clinic operations.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to Upstate policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection prevention guidelines.
• Demonstrate professionalism and uphold the organizations mission, values, and service excellence standards in all interactions.
• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and standards to maintain a safe and compliant care environment.

OFFICE EQUIPMENT USED
Telephone, fax machine, computers and printers, copier, postage machine, and shredder.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS USED
EPIC, Outlook Email, Excel, Word

NYS licensed/registered RN. Prior experience in an outpatient setting (specialty area) strongly preferred. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform patient assessments and administer IV therapies per NYS RN scope of practice.
• Start and manage peripheral IVs, PICCs, and ports following NYSDOH standards.
• Monitor patients for infusion reactions and implement NYS-approved nursing interventions.
• Document infusion care accurately in accordance with NYS documentation requirements.
• Educate patients on infusion procedures and follow-up care per NYS guidelines.
• Collaborate with providers and pharmacists while ensuring NYS regulatory compliance.
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to NYS infection control mandates.
• Verify medication orders, calculate infusion rates, and follow NYS medication administration laws.
• Maintain active NYS RN licensure and required continuing education (including infection control).

Monday through Friday daytime hours

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G7: $30.50 - $49.49

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.