Clinical Nurse, Outpatient - General Oncology - LBJ Hospital

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the entry of patients into the cancer program and serve as the point of contact for primary care physicians and referring providers.
• Provide individualized assistance to Medical Oncology patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination and communication of the patient's plan of care.
• Initiate and document patient teaching related to diagnosis, treatment plans, symptom management, medications, and supportive care services.
• Perform telephone triage and assess patient concerns to ensure timely intervention and appropriate follow-up.
• Follow up on recommendations from Harris Health System's Ask My Nurse service.
• Implement risk assessments and healthcare pathways for oncology patients.
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate and maintain individualized patient care plans.
• Develop collaborative relationships with all physicians in the UT MD Anderson Oncology Program at LBJ Hospital.
• Serve as a liaison between oncologists and patients' referring providers to support continuity of care.
• Provide access to community resources and connect patients with support services.
• Auxiliary in tracking program metrics and quality indicators.
• Serve as a liaison between community personnel and the interdisciplinary team at LBJ Hospital.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing
• Required: Two years professional nursing experience to include oncology nursing (ambulatory and/or acute care)
• Preferred: Medical Oncology and Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification