Oncology RN - IV Therapy and Injections
Health First
*POSITION SUMMARY*
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team in an outpatient setting. The Oncology Clinic RN acts as a patient advocate, educator, and care coordinator for a specific patient population across the continuum of care.
*PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES*
* Coordinate the multidisciplinary team (physicians, advanced practice nurses and other support staff) approach to connect patients with integrated, comprehensive services, specific to their condition.
* Track, order completion and follow up. Monitor patient compliance with patient treatment plan and assist patients with referrals to outside resources and care coordination as needed.
* Serve as the central point of contact for all oncology navigated patients, including interactions with medical, nursing ancillary service providers.
* Provide education to patients, families, and significant others via phone or written consultation
* Demonstrate efficiency with delegated orders and data entry with oncology EMR.
* Provide patient support and phone triage skills for the oncology population.
* Follows Chemotherapy dosing based on National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) or other Chemotherapy guidelines with coordination of complex chemotherapy regimens with infusion and pharmacy staff.
* Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the healthcare time, promoting effective team functioning.
* Assist with daily telephone triage for oncology patients.
* Maintain clinical competency as it pertains to the clinic duties assigned.
* Adheres to medication management and clinical procedures.
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*
* Education: Associate degree (ASN, ADN or AAS) from an accredited school of nursing.
* Work Experience: 1-3 years in the Oncology clinic setting.
* Licensure: Valid RN license in the State of Florida.
* Certification:
o BLS as issued by American Heart Association.
o Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Fundamentals of Administration Course completion through the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) within six (6) months of hire or transfer if the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate Course completion through ONS/ONCC has not already been obtained.
* Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
o Oncology background in the clinic setting.
*PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS *
* Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred.
* Work Experience: 1-3 years in the Oncology clinic setting.
* Licensure: N/A
* Certification: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) through the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) preferred.
* Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Oncology background in the clinic setting. 1-3 years of experience in Oncology infusion.
*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*
* Physically agile; may require walking, standing running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching frequently.
* Medium work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, with or without assistance.
* May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or over head.
* May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
* May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to loud noise.
* May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC Guidelines.
* Communicating with others to exchange information.
* Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
* Workspace may vary from open to confined, on site or remote.
* May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.
*ABOUT HEALTH FIRST*
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.
**Job:** **Oncology*
**Organization:** **Health First Medical Group LLC*
**Title:** *Oncology RN - IV Therapy and Injections*
**Location:** *Florida - Brevard County-Melbourne*
**Requisition ID:** *076961*
Confirm your E-mail: Send Email
All Jobs from Health First