Registered Nurse Oncology

About the role

Provide direct nursing care, including the administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate. Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care. Document and carry out physician and nursing orders. Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. Assess patients for expected side effects and has knowledge of how to handle them. Observe for allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to the drugs and takes appropriate action. Practice safe handling of cytotoxic agents, including any spills. Draw blood samples and is an expert in the use of Triple lumen catheters, PortaCath, Hickman, Groshong, and PICC lines, and several types of programmable pumps. Troubleshoots problems with these technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, including the administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
• Coordinate care among various healthcare professionals.
• Assess and monitor patient’s condition and communicate findings to healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor and document patient response to treatment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
• Troubleshoot equipment and technology issues related to patient care.
• Prepare patients for discharge and coordinate follow-up care.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Required Credential(s) BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Certification specializing in Chemotherapy credentialed from the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology nursing preferred.
• Knowledge of chemotherapy administration and monitoring techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

• Proficiency in administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments.
• Knowledge of patient care coordination and discharge planning.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment used in patient care.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

Benefits

Life at Ascension offers comprehensive health coverage, financial security, career growth opportunities, emotional well-being resources, family support, and other benefits designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is Full time, Night shift.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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