Clinical Nurse, Infusion Center

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Infusion Center
Position Type: Part Time, 20 hours/ week
Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, One weekend/month, schedule will encompass all days based off of business needs

Your role with us

As a clinical nurse in the infusion center, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, individualized patient care by conducting thorough assessments, implementing evidence-based interventions, and coordinating comprehensive treatment plans. You will also communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team, ensuring clear documentation and proactive planning for care transitions. Additionally, you will uphold safety standards, support unit operations, and contribute to professional development and leadership within the team.

What you'll do

• Patient assessment and monitoring are essential while conducting thorough, ongoing evaluations of patients’ physical, emotional, and educational needs to guide care decisions.
• Care implementation and intervention involve administering infusions and other treatments safely and competently, prioritizing based on patient needs, and responding effectively in emergencies.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and the healthcare team to develop and adjust individualized care plans that reflect the patient’s condition and goals.
• Education and communication are key, providing patient and family teaching tailored to learning readiness and cultural background, while also communicating clearly and accurately with the healthcare team using tools like SBAR.
• Accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, responses, and teaching is maintained to reflect the patient’s progress and support continuity of care.
• Participates in leadership and team collaboration by engaging in shared decision-making, assuming charge nurse duties when assigned, and supporting team performance through mentorship.
• Safety and resource management responsibilities include maintaining a safe, organized environment, following infection control protocols, and assisting in managing supplies and staffing efficiently.

Required qualifications

• Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN) or Graduate of a Diploma RN Program with a minimum of 5 years acute care experience. ADN graduates with less than 5 years of acute care experience are required to sign an agreement to complete BSN or MSN within 3 years of hire.
• Active Basic life support certification.
• Current unencumbered licensure to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon.
• 1 year of RN Staff Nurse experience.

Additional Information

• Acute care RN Staff Nurse experience is preferred.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.