Melbourne, FL, 32919, USA
6 days ago
Oncology RN - IV Therapy and Injections
*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*
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