LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Radiation Oncology

About the Role

The Clinic Nurse provides primary clinical support within an outpatient setting, assisting providers, patients, and families in diagnosing and treating conditions. They ensure timely follow-up on diagnostic tests, promote a clean environment, and deliver care tailored to specific age groups.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient medical history, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Assist with minor surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, and specimen collection.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including injections and skin testing, under provider supervision.
• Support diagnostic procedures like brachytherapy, prostate seed marker placement, and rectal spacer procedures.
• Start IV access, administer IV fluids, and perform instrument disinfection.
• Provide patient education related to treatments and care plans.
• Maintain clinical environments, ensuring asepsis and readiness of instruments and equipment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.

Skills

• Ability to support diverse patient populations within clinical settings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills.
• Capability to assist with specialized procedures and patient education.