Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Medical Oncology Clinic

Responsibilities

• Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care to patients and families.
• Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care.
• Performs general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Captures and documents patient information in the patient chart.
• Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
• Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
• Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
• Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination.
• Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment.
• Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
• Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
• Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
• Ensures cleanliness.
• Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
• Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
• Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.

Requirements

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.

Qualifications

• A registered nurse (RN) with an active license in the state of practice.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting day one.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Hands-on training and mentorship for career development.