Staff Nurse Per Diem

Overview

The Oncology Registered Nurse is focused on patient assessment, patient education, the coordination of care, administration of therapy, symptom management and supportive care for the Oncology and Hematology patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Registered Nurse cares for individuals receiving therapy for oncologic and hematologic problems. The nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The nurse’s role includes administration of chemotherapy and other medications and infusions, telephone nursing care, direct patient care and charge capture/billing for all services rendered. The nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff as well as collaborating institutions and agencies. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research.

Delivers Expert, Evidence-Based Nursing Care

• Implements nursing process: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.
• Affirms patient and family needs and develops clinically accurate diagnoses.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to facilitate and maximize patient healthcare outcomes.
• Plans and implements care with measurable outcomes.
• Evaluates patient responses to interventions.
• Documents care accurately according to Institute and regulatory agency requirements.
• Administers medications and other treatments, including chemotherapy and supportive therapy.
• Performs technical skills such as intravenous therapy, safe handling of hazardous materials, and chemotherapy administration.
• Maintains BLS certification and provides telephone triage.

Establishes Rapport with Patients and Families

• Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner, respecting privacy and confidentiality.
• Develops approaches to problem-solving that meet individual patient and family needs.
• Fosters a culture of inclusion and sensitivity to diverse populations.

Manages the Environment of Patient Care

• Maintains a safe and compliant environment of care.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards and policies.
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.
• Follows oncology nursing practice standards and chemotherapy guidelines.

Works Collaboratively and Functions as an Effective Member of the Health Care Team

• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with peers and co-workers.
• Addresses and manages conflicts effectively.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Serves as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Delegates tasks appropriately and supervises assistive personnel.
• Participates in committees and initiatives.

Seeks Opportunities to Foster Professional Growth

• Identifies areas for professional growth.
• Attends in-services, workshops, and seminars.
• Shares information with colleagues.
• Facilitates professional growth of self and others.
• Maintains annual evaluation requirements and competencies.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or New Hampshire, as appropriate.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred, with an associate degree requiring completion of a BSN within 4 years.
• At least 1 year of recent RN experience, with oncology experience preferred.
• Professional nursing certification (e.g., OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC) preferred.
• AHA BLS certification required (AHA ACLS acceptable).