Overview

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California.  Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

Responsibilities

As a Surgical Advice Nurse at the Dignity Health Medical Foundation Chemotherapy Infusion clinic, you will perform patient assessments, as needed provide direct patient care and administer treatments and medications in an infusion capacity, and instruct patient and family in various self administered treatments and procedures.

Some of your daily activities will include:

Documenting assessments, observations and interventions Maintaining equipment, supplies and initiating and maintaining IV therapy We provide an important education component for patients and their caregivers so you’ll be expected to thoroughly explain diagnosis and plans for ongoing treatment to patientsBe compassionate and patient, providing the best care possible to our clients every day.Above all, deliver the best possible care to every patient every day. Maintain their dignity. Triage messages / True “advice” nurse role with certs & skills necessary to provide infusion if neededWork with clinicians re: treatment plansReviewing medication issues

You’ll build trust in these interactions by advocating, supporting, and educating your patients and their families. Your success in this role comes from your empathy and patience to help others during a vulnerable time in their lives. 

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent. Satisfactory completion of a formal Registered Nurse program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Registered Nurse program, (determination made by DH Medical Foundation Human Resources department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professionals)Clear and current CA RN licenseCurrent BLS through American Heart AssociationONS certificate OR ONS/ONCC certificate is required

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior chemo mixing experience preferred.

***This position is represented by CNA