RN I

Join our team at Maryland Oncology Hematology! We’re looking for passionate and talented professionals to provide exceptional cancer care. With 15+ locations across Maryland and DC, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

About the role

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age-specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assess health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.
• Collect and record nursing assessment and interventions.
• Review and report the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data, and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.
• Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material. Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Administer all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time, and technique.
• Ensure pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
• Facilitate dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
• Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain central lines catheter devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided.
• Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Restock the supply area as needed.
• Follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and any other material potentially infected with a bloodborne pathogen. Maintain all disinfection protocols.
• Maintain equipment according to quality control standards.
• Manage patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and record the information in the patient chart.
• Assist physician with exams and procedures.
• Maintain efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Facilitate and schedule consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals, and future appointments for patients.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Facilitate communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinate services related to patient care.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
• Act as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
• Assist and collaborate with clinical research.

Infusion RN Specific Responsibilities

• Program portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provide instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home.
• Demonstrate knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; BSN preferred.
• RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.
• 0-3 years nursing experience, preferably at least one year in oncology.

Working Conditions

The work environment includes possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Pay

The general pay scale for this position is $66,515.73 - $102,336.00 per year. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, and work performance.