Clinical Nurse (RN), Oncology Infusion - 8hr Days 1.0 - Castro Valley

Onsite position located at 20055 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, California.

About the role

The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. The CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family-centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided.

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the CN contributes to the profession through activities such as teaching others and sharing expertise within the unit or hospital.

This role is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA), an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford. Learn more about CRONA.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required depending on the cost center.

Responsibilities

• Establishes Therapeutic Relationships: Creates and maintains a climate conducive to healing through presence, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support and information, and guiding the patient and family through illness and recovery in accordance with the patient's goals and culture. Mobilizes patient strengths and abilities towards participation in recovery and control over the plan of care.
• Diagnostic and Monitoring Functions: Obtains accurate and relevant assessment data, interprets data as normal vs. abnormal, determines nursing diagnosis, and monitors and evaluates data as frequently as needed based on stability.
• Plans and Implements Therapeutic Interventions: Collaborates with the patient, family, and healthcare team to develop an individualized plan of care. Implements nursing and medical interventions safely, evaluates effectiveness, and monitors for adverse responses and side effects.
• Teaching and Coaching (Patient and Staff): Assesses learning needs and readiness to learn. Teaches information for self-care and illness prevention, adjusting content based on patient responses, developmental levels, and cultural variations. Teaches other staff members through roles such as preceptor or super-user.
• Effective Management of Rapidly Changing Situations: Rapidly grasps problem situations and responds quickly and appropriately. Activates emergency protocols as needed.
• Monitors and Ensures Quality Healthcare Practices: Monitors own and others' practices for patient and employee safety and compliance with standards and policies. Identifies opportunities for continual improvement in patient care and the work environment.
• Organization and Work Role Functions: Integrates multiple requests and work expectations by setting priorities, delegating tasks appropriately, and seeking assistance as needed. Contributes to team building and positive morale using constructive conflict resolution skills.
• Management and Delegation: Utilizes available technology for communication, documentation, and locating clinical information. Contributes to the knowledge and skill of other nursing staff through teaching, participation in Shared Governance groups, or professional publications/presentations.
• Education: Attains knowledge and competence reflecting current nursing practice. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning.
• Communication: Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
• Leadership: Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
• Professional Practice Evaluation: Evaluates own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, guidelines, statutes, rules, and regulations.

Requirements

• California Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association
• 1 or more years of oncology/hematology experience
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Excellent IV skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a complex healthcare environment
• Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification preferred or must be obtained within 3 months for experienced oncology RNs
• OCN certification preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred
• Able to communicate effectively in English

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Frequent lifting of patients and equipment, bending, stooping, and walking
• Moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, such as exposure to contagious disease, radiation, or emotionally disturbed patients
• Routine use of protective clothing or gear
• Blood Borne Pathogens Category I – Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues

Pay

Generally starting at $96.35 - $111.14 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

Schedule

Full time, 1.0 FTE, 8-hour day shifts.