Clinic RN II, Surgical Oncology/Head and Neck

Sutter Health•Oakland, CA

3d•$86 - $121

About The Position

Provides direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families using comprehensive patient assessment, development and implementation of nursing care plans, patient education, and ongoing evaluation. Delivers holistic, individualized care to patients in the assigned area and develops, implements, and coordinates an interdisciplinary plan of care that considers psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors. Builds collaborative relationships with patients, their families or support groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely, effective communication. Follows policies, industry standards, best practices, applicable laws and regulations, and codes to promote quality and a highly reliable patient experience. Engages in ongoing professional growth and development in nursing practice. The role is in Surgical Oncology/Head and Neck. The schedule is full time, 40 hours per week, on days, Monday through Friday, with eight-hour shifts. Weekend work is required as needed. The position is non-exempt and regular. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Two years of recent, relevant experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and competence in nursing theories, concepts, and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, patient-care and privacy best practices, and changes in local, state, and federal regulations.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including people without medical training.
Basic knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook) and Electronic Health Record systems.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by choosing appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to protect the privacy of each patient's protected health information.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
For RNs with one or more years of oncology practice before hire or transfer: obtain an Oncology Nursing Certification (e.g., OCN, CPHON, CBCN, BMTCN, AOCNP) issued by ONCC within one year.
For RNs new to oncology at hire or transfer: obtain an Oncology Nursing Certification issued by ONCC within two years.
For RNs new to oncology or with less than one year of oncology experience: complete ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice courses within 90 days.
For oncology, infusion, or roles administering chemotherapy or immunotherapy for oncology: obtain an ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card within 90 days, unless the department or entity determines an alternate timeframe.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families.
Assess patients comprehensively and develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans.
Provide patient education and deliver holistic, individualized care.
Develop, implement, and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
Communicate effectively and promptly with patients, their families or support groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
Follow applicable policies, industry standards, best practices, laws, regulations, and codes to support quality care and a reliable patient experience.
Maintain patient privacy and protect protected health information.
Engage in continuous professional growth and development.
Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs, when applicable, in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.