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Role Summary:

The CIT IPOP (Inpatient/ Outpatient) Program Registered Nurse will apply the nursing process, technical, and clinical skills to meet the needs of the patient and family, while building healing relationships with our patients that focus on recovery and survivorship in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Every patient is unique, which is why we work closely with physicians and conduct in-depth evaluations before recommending a personalized treatment plan. As a part of the VCU Massey Cancer Center, the largest adult and pediatric stem cell and bone marrow transplant provider in all of Virginia, we offer the latest FDA- approved CAR-T immunotherapies, clinical trials testing new and promising forms of cellular immunotherapies, as well as all forms of stem cell and bone marrow transplantation. We provide both outpatient and inpatient services in the same facility, and provide a suite of support services that range from helping minimize symptoms and side effects to coping with the cognitive, emotional, and psychological effects of cancer.

As a CIT RN you are also collaborating with the team to assess and address goals of patient care, while educating patients on disease and treatment options. Through respectful, attentive, and compassionate care, our multidisciplinary care team builds healing relationships with our patients that focus on recovery and survivorship. We work closely with a large team of supportive care specialists to address the psychological and social impacts of cancer for our patients.

At VCU Health, we are a community of individuals who come together to change the world and our patients’ lives. Your individuality and diversity- of culture, thinking, learning, and leading- is valued, sought after, and celebrated. Your expertise will be welcomed, your knowledge will be expanded, and your abilities will be challenged. VCU Health and the CIT program is somewhere you know you are a part of something bigger than yourself and can take pride in your work. We lead the nation in quality, affordability, and impact as a trusted and preferred academic health system. VCU Health’s message is to preserve and restore health for all people of Virginia and beyond through innovation in service, research, and education.

Inpatient Unit Summary:

The inpatient unit is a 21-bed unit that provides leading- edge, collaborative, and comprehensive care for both pediatric and adult patients with a variety of blood and bone marrow disorders.

A typical shift for our nurse includes a team of mixed registered nurses, clinical coordinators, and Patient Care Techs (PCTs) caring for adult patients. We are dedicated to providing a fulfilling and high energy work environment. Our nurses and PCTs have a unique perspective on compassion and a strong belief in the enormous potential of cancer survivorship. Treatment for the CIT population on the inpatient unit includes chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, blood product transfusions, infusion of cellular therapy, symptom management, reviewing laboratory findings, and central line management including specialized intravenous infusions and clinical trials.

The Inpatient Unit:

• Average of 1:3 Nurse to Patient Ratio
• Dedicated to providing each patient and their family innovative techniques and treatments
• Part of VCU Health’s Massey Cancer Center, the largest adult and pediatric stem cell and bone marrow transplant provider in Virginia and the first in Virginia to offer a FDA- approved CAR-T cell therapy.
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Outpatient Clinic Unit Summary:

This is a multi-faceted clinic that provides cutting-edge, collaborative, and comprehensive care to adult patients with a variety of blood and bone marrow disorders. Our clinic is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays. Our clinic hours are 0730-1800, with a staggered start time Monday through Friday, and our weekend and holiday hours are 0830-1600.

A typical shift for our nurse includes a team of mixed registered nurses, clinical coordinators, Certified Medical Assistant (CMAs), and Patient Care Techs (PCTs) caring for adult patients. We are dedicated to providing a fulfilling and high energy work environment. Our nurses, CMAs, and PCTs have a unique perspective on compassion and a strong belief in the enormous potential of cancer survivorship. Our CIT clinic has multiple areas including infusion, lab draw, minor procedural area, and a traditional MD clinic. Treatment for the CIT population in the outpatient clinic includes chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, blood product transfusions, symptom management, reviewing laboratory findings, and central line management including specialized intravenous infusions and clinical trials.

The Outpatient Clinic:

• Multi-faceted, versatile clinic with 27 infusion chairs, 2 procedure rooms and 12 exam rooms.
• 1:4-5 Nurse to Patient Ratio for infusion patients
• Average of 40-50 patients in clinic on any given day
• Dedicated to providing each patient and their family innovative techniques and treatments
• Part of VCU Health’s Massey Cancer Center, the largest adult and pediatric stem cell and bone marrow transplant provider in Virginia and the first in Virginia to offer a FDA- approved CAR-T cell therapy.

Who Should Apply:

• RNs with a minimum of 1-2 years Oncology Nursing Experience
• Bone Marrow Transplant Nursing experience is preferred (clinic or inpatient)
• RNs with Chemo Certification

What the IPOP shifts will look like:

Full- Time Rotating with the Inpatient Unit: 36 hours per week. The schedule is made six weeks in advance and we offer self-scheduling. You will have 3 weekend shifts and will sign up for 2 weeks of nights and 4 weeks of days.

Full- Time Days with the Outpatient Clinic: 36 hours per week broken into 4 nine hour shifts. The schedule is made six weeks in advance and we offer self- scheduling.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience REQUIRED:

• Clin I: N/A

• Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience

• Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience

Experience PREFERRED:

• Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

• Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

Education/training REQUIRED:

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.

• All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.

Education/training PREFERRED:

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program Clin III: Certification in specialty area

Independent action(s) required:

• Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.

• Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.

• All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.

Additional position requirements:

• Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

• Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:

• As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

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