Registered Nurse (RN) Outpatient Infusion Full Time Day

Job Title: RN

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Outpatient Infusion

Req #: 0000267570

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $41.87 - $58.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive healthcare for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

Registered Nurse (RN) Outpatient Infusion – RWJBarnabas Health  

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose. 

The Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to adult oncology and hematology patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, hydration, injections, and other infusion treatments.  The RN assesses patients before, during, and after treatment; promptly identifies changes in condition; educates patients and families; and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate high-quality care.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:  

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
• Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments before, during, and after infusion treatments
• Verify treatment plans, provider orders, laboratory results, medication dosages, treatment parameters, allergies, and required authorizations before administering therapy
• Safely administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, blood products, hydration, injections, and supportive medications according to organizational policies and accepted oncology standards
• Independently perform double-checks and follow all medication-safety procedures
• Access, assess, maintain, and de-access implanted ports and other central venous access devices
• Initiate and manage peripheral intravenous lines as appropriate
• Monitor patients for infusion reactions, medication side effects, hypersensitivity reactions, and changes in clinical condition
• Recognize and respond appropriately to oncologic emergencies and infusion-related complications
• Provide symptom-management guidance related to pain, nausea, fatigue, dehydration, infection risk, and treatment side effects
• Educate patients and caregivers about treatment plans, medications, possible side effects, infection precautions, and when to contact the healthcare team
• Provide emotional support and promote a compassionate, patient-centered experience,
• Support efficient patient flow and proper utilization of infusion chairs while maintaining safe staffing and treatment practices
• Participate in daily huddles, patient rounding, quality-improvement activities, accreditation readiness, and department meetings
• Follow infection-prevention standards, hazardous-drug handling requirements, and appropriate personal protective equipment procedures

This role might be for you if:  

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
• Thriving in a fast paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
• A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
• A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this RN opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.  Current Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certificate.  Oncology Certified Nurse credential Previous oncology, hematology, infusion, or medical-surgical nursing experience.  Experience administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and supportive infusion therapies.  This position offers a consistent of being full-time day schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and every other weekend required. Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer