REGISTERED NURSE: Ambulatory Care Services (Ambulatory Care Nurse Resource Pool-Infusion Cluster)

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Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

The Infusion Registered Nurse is accountable for the delivery of direct patient care, including patient education and the management of chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy administration.

The Registered Nurse (RN) supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family; assesses the needs of the patient undergoing infusion treatment; plans, implements, and evaluates patient care; and teaches patients, families, orients colleagues and peers.

The RN administers injections, IV hydration, blood products, and chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy.

Expectations

• Demonstrated ability to start IVs, access ports and maintain vascular access
• Demonstrated ability to practice independently, set goals, promote teamwork, coordinate and perform multiple activities and problem solve as measured by interview, references, and performance evaluations
• Demonstrated ability to set and implement priorities, organize and delegate effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate well with others (including peers)
• Demonstrate abilities in interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and problem-solving skill within all levels of the health care team
  

Nursing Specific Info

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!  

Hourly range for Registered Nurses $38.26-$59.35 / hour

• Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
• Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
• Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour
• Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour
• Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour
• Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour

The benefit package includes:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement 

Required Qualifications*

• Two (2) years or more of RN experience
• Two (2) or more years of recent (in last 3 years) experience administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy
  
• Note: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.   

Resume required (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attached a complete and accurate to be fully considered for this position.  

Desired Qualifications*

BSN
Two (2) or more years of recent (in last 3 years) experience administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy to Pediatric patients
Demonstrated ability to start IVs
Experience as a float nurse
Two or more years of recent Ambulatory Care experience
Certification in Ambulatory Care or Oncology nursing
Certification by Oncology Certified Nurse- (OCN), Certified registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI)
Experience with electronic medical records, specifically EPIC.  Computer/typing skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel

Work Schedule

Hours: 40 hrs/wk, 5-8hr shifts Hours to fall between 7a and 6pm
Shift: Days:  Variable days of the week. May include weekends and holidays.  Variable shift lengths. Flexibility required.
The standard hours of operation for the Infusion Center are Monday through Friday, 7a-6p with extended hours for continued patient care. Saturday, Sunday, and holiday hours may be added based on patient needs.
Location and home unit: ACNRP Infusion cluster

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.   

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.