Clinical Nurse B-Infusion Cntr - Children's Hospital

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

2d • $53 - $71 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-Hematology/Oncology Infusion Center (Infusion Cntr) specializes in caring for patients with problems related to neoplastic diseases, such as leukemia/lymphoma, sarcoma's, neuroblastoma, brain tumors, blood disorders such as sickle cell disease, hemophilia, aplastic anemia, and blood and marrow transplantation. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in the outpatient environment with minimal supervision. Administers complex and advanced chemotherapy, biological agents, medications, blood products, and other supportive infusion therapies for all specialty services as ordered by physicians. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with Loma Linda University Children's Hospital's (LLUCHs) established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty. Functions within the expectations of a professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as outlined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Represents nursing as an empowered profession and readily embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements. Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes. Engages in opportunities to directly and/or indirectly influence decision-making for point-of-care clinical practice by supporting and/or participating in professional governance councils, committees, task forces and staff meetings. Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required for external hires. Exception(s) may be granted as follows: 1) if currently enrolled in a nursing bridge program (AS degree to DNP degree), proof of 25% program completion required. DNP degree to be completed two and a half years post hire date. Exception to completion date may be granted for extenuating circumstances; 2) if employed in a LLUH entity with an Associate or Diploma Degree at time of application, AS or Diploma degree is acceptable.
• Minimum of one year experience in nursing required.
• Demonstrates basic competencies in hematology, oncology and blood and marrow transplant nursing.
• Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and population served.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
• Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.
• Able to speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
• Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to perform technical patient care activities.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math functions.
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to recall information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications issued by the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in the outpatient environment with minimal supervision.
• Administer complex and advanced chemotherapy, biological agents, medications, blood products, and other supportive infusion therapies for all specialty services as ordered by physicians.
• Perform the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with Loma Linda University Children's Hospital's (LLUCHs) established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed.
• Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibit self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty.
• Function within the expectations of a professional nurse and meet nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as outlined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
• Represent nursing as an empowered profession and readily embrace new knowledge, innovations and improvements.
• Provide a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes.
• Engage in opportunities to directly and/or indirectly influence decision-making for point-of-care clinical practice by supporting and/or participating in professional governance councils, committees, task forces and staff meetings.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care.
• Contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.
• Reasonable accommodation in the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level