Clinical Nurse

Summary of Duties

• Provides all care in accordance with state and federal law as well as PCI policies, standards of practice, and prescribed workflows.
• Provides direct patient care in the Infusion Suite and Triage Department as assigned by Nurse Team Leaders and Clinical Managers.
• Displays willingness and flexibility to travel to other areas and locations as needs require.
• Conducts patient interviews and nursing assessments to develop, implement, and evaluate a nursing plan of care. Interviews and assessments may be in person or via telephone.
• Demonstrates proficiency in venipuncture and management of vascular access devices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal laboratory values and communicates appropriately with physicians or other healthcare providers when lab values are abnormal or concerning given an individual's clinical condition.
• Performs therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in independent order verification for chemotherapy and immunotherapy orders.
• Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other medications (oral, intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous routes) in accordance with physician and advanced practitioner orders.
• Utilizing available software, documents all patient interventions in real time. Interventions include but are not limited to: medication administration, procedures, virtual or face-to-face education or instruction, referrals to other specialties, organizations, and support services, and phone conversations with patients or other agents.
• Follows protocols for the safe handling of biohazardous materials and hazardous drugs.
• Assists physicians or advanced practitioners with patient exams or procedures.
• Under the direct supervision of a physician, administers agents for conscious sedation and monitors sedated patients per PCI policy.
• Responds to emergency situations in PCI offices as directed by PCI policies.
• Responds to information requests from patients, care partners, and third-party agents and organizations.
• Educates patients and care partners on plan of care. This care may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or other medications. It may also include procedures and referrals.
• Monitor prescription requests and consults with physicians and advanced practitioners regarding approval or denial. Communicates approvals and denials with patients and pharmacies.
• Provides psycho-social and emotional support to patients and care partners.
• Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care.
• Coordinates referrals to support services as applicable.
• Provides clinical information to the Revenue Cycle Management Department as requested for the purposes of claims and authorizations.
• Participates in prescribed research training exercises to develop a proficient understanding of clinical trials. Applies knowledge gained to execute tasks prescribed by the trial.
• Serves as a liaison to third party outpatient service departments and organizations to coordinate procedures, medication delivery, and other specified care.
• Communicates effectively with patients, care partners, members of the healthcare team, and third-party agents or organizations.
• Serves as a resource to colleagues and as a preceptor to new employees as directed by nursing leadership.
• Serves as a relief team leader as directed by nursing leadership.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment.
• Manages time effectively and delegates responsibility as appropriate.
• Utilizes resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment.
• Accepts personal responsibility for professional development and growth.
• Respects and maintains confidential information. Demonstrates proficiency in HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) concepts.
• Attends prescribed classes and trainings as required by the organization and the clinical department.
• Performs related work as directed by the organization's management team.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of GA.
• BLS Certification
• Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred but not required.
• ONS chemotherapy/immunotherapy provider course certification preferred
• Proficiency in central line care and venipuncture preferred.
• Knowledge of professional Registered Nurse (RN) theory and practice to implement and evaluate patient care
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, medical staff and the public
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting in order to prioritize a large volume of work and complete work efficiently.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of EHR systems.
• Some travel is required-very intermittent.

Pay

• From $42.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty

• Hematology
• Oncology

Physical Setting

• Clinic
• Outpatient