RN Sr - Dallas Surgery
About The Position
Texas Oncology is seeking a Clinic Registered Nurse to support the Medical Oncology Department at its Dallas, Texas location. Under general supervision, the RN provides professional nursing care in accordance with national and company standards and specialty regulations. The nurse recognizes the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of patient care and participates in company-wide quality initiatives. The role also supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position does not require weekends, call, or major holidays. The oncology clinic environment may involve exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to oncology and hematology clinics.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
- Current RN state license and registration with the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice.
- At least five years of nursing experience for the Senior level.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including handling and lifting patients, standing and walking for extended periods, and occasionally lifting or carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- At least one year of oncology experience preferred.
- Oncology certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
- Assess patients’ health status by interviewing them about their current status and medical history.
- Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching and other instructional materials.
- Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
- Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
- Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient’s chart.
- Facilitate communication between patients or families and the interdisciplinary team, as necessary, and coordinate services related to patient care.
- Assist patients in locating available community resources.
- Collaborate interprofessionally.
- Act as a resource to LPNs/LVNs and medical assistants.
- Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
- Participate in company-wide quality initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Generous paid time off program
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Wellness program with rewards for practicing a healthy lifestyle
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retailer discounts
- Eligible roles may participate in a discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan, typically vesting over three years and tied to individual performance and Texas Oncology’s operational success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
