RN Oncology Clinic-Infusion Center

About the Role

Soin Medical Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to provide quality nursing care to patients experiencing hematological/oncological/surgical and radiation treatments and disease management. The RN utilizes the nursing process in collaboration with other healthcare providers, acts as a patient advocate, and participates in performance and practice improvement activities. The role reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of Kettering Health Network.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to oncology patients in all settings, including hematological, oncological, surgical, and radiation treatments.
• Develop and apply knowledge of the oncologic process and oncologic emergencies.
• Instruct patients and their support persons about disease, symptom management, and treatment.
• Advocate for patients' needs and serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Assess and recognize oncologic emergencies and intervene appropriately.
• Perform central line management and assessment of port function.
• Conduct ongoing patient assessments before, during, and after treatment administration.
• Ascertain patient symptoms in relation to their treatment regimen and other oncologic modalities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff during times of crisis.
• Document all patient contact within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Identify learning needs of patients and families and provide appropriate education.
• Utilize the oncology EMR for charting, charging, order retrieval, scheduling, and data interpretation.
• Follow up promptly on patient concerns and questions.
• Instruct patients and families regarding medications, treatment plans, and aftercare instructions.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude toward patients, families, and staff.
• Provide a calm and supportive environment for patients receiving cancer treatment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Ohio.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; must be completed within 5 years of hire if not already obtained.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification required within six months of hire.

Skills

• ONS chemotherapy and Biotherapy administration certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire if working in an infusion center).
• OCN certification preferred.
• Knowledge of and compliance with Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy/Biotherapy guidelines.
• Ability to administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, and immunotherapy agents in accordance with ONS guidelines (if hired to an infusion center).
• Knowledge of drugs, chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy treatments, and related procedures.

About the Organization

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health, with safety as our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to delivering exceptional care.