Job Description

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Department

At Lakewood, our Oncology & Infusion team is growing--and so is our impact. With the opening of our new Cancer Center in October 2025, we've entered an exciting chapter filled with opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful difference. While oncology is at the core of our work, our infusion nurses care for a broad range of patients, offering a dynamic and deeply rewarding experience every day.


Our team is positive, dedicated, and compassionate--showing up with a commitment to excellence and a genuine heart for healing. If you're ready to do meaningful work alongside an exceptional team, Lakewood is the place for you. The best patients, an amazing team, and a future full of purpose are waiting for you.

Mission for Position

The Infusion RN delivers exceptional, compassionate, and individualized care--upholding Lakewood Health System's commitment to innovation, excellence, and person-centered service. As a key member of our Oncology & Infusion team, you'll bring positivity and purpose to each interaction, supporting patients and families through complex treatments with both clinical excellence and heartfelt connection.

Duties & Responsibilities

As an Infusion RN, you'll play a vital role in providing safe, expert, and compassionate care:

Perform comprehensive assessments before, during, and after treatment--monitoring vitals, evaluating response, and identifying potential complications early. Manage infusion access including insertion, maintenance, and monitoring of peripheral and central lines. Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, and immunotherapy safely and effectively per provider orders, ONS guidelines, and institutional protocols. Educate and empower patients and families with clear, compassionate teaching on therapies, side effects, and self-care. Lead in symptom management, assessing and addressing treatment-related side effects and comfort needs. Collaborate across disciplines with oncologists, pharmacists, and advanced practice providers to deliver coordinated, individualized care. Provide holistic support--ensuring patients and families feel seen, heard, and genuinely cared for. Commit to professional growth through continuing education and certifications in oncology and infusion nursing (ONS, INS, etc.).

Position Type

This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. No weekends or holidays are required.

Qualifications

Current Minnesota RN license Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within six months of hire

Ideal Candidate

Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification preferred; can be obtained after hire Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred 2+ years of infusion experience or 1+ year of chemotherapy/immunotherapy experience Has strong clinical judgment and attention to detail Uses a holistic lens to assess and support patients and families Prioritizes safety and integrity in every decision Communicates clearly, kindly, and compassionately Brings positivity, adaptability, and teamwork to every shift

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off 401K Match Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year Best-in-region employer HSA contributions Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-894-8524 or email humanresources@lakewoodhealthsystem.com

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Interested, but will the schedule work for you?

Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Jamie Nordick to discuss the possibilities further

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Jamie Nordick, RN, Director of Oncology Services

P: 218-894-8404

E: jamienordick@lakewoodhealthsystem.com




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