Clinical Nurse

Piedmont Cancer Institute•Newnan, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care for patients with hematology and oncology conditions. The role involves patient assessment, triage, treatment, and education in accordance with Piedmont Cancer Institute (PCI) policies, standards of practice, and prescribed workflows. The nurse collaborates with clinical and support staff to provide safe, effective, quality, person-centered care, and may work in the Infusion Suite or Triage Department as assigned. Some very intermittent travel to other areas or locations is required. The nurse conducts in-person or telephone interviews and assessments, develops and evaluates plans of care, administers medications and cancer treatments, supports patients and care partners, and coordinates care with internal teams and outside organizations. The position also includes documentation, emergency response, support for clinical trials, and responsibilities related to privacy, safety, professional development, and resource stewardship. The role is full-time, pays from $42.00 per hour, and is performed in person in a clinic/outpatient setting.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia.
BLS certification.
Knowledge of professional Registered Nurse theory and practice to implement and evaluate patient care.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, coworkers, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting, prioritize a large volume of work, and complete work efficiently.
Good computer skills and knowledge of EHR systems.

Nice To Haves

Oncology Registered Nurse experience.
ONS chemotherapy/immunotherapy provider course certification.
Proficiency in central line care and venipuncture.

Responsibilities

Provide care in accordance with state and federal law and PCI policies, standards of practice, and workflows.
Provide direct patient care in the Infusion Suite and Triage Department as assigned; travel to other areas or locations when needed.
Conduct patient interviews and nursing assessments in person or by telephone, and develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care.
Perform venipuncture, manage vascular access devices, and perform therapeutic phlebotomy.
Recognize abnormal or concerning laboratory values and communicate appropriately with physicians or other healthcare providers.
Independently verify chemotherapy and immunotherapy orders and administer prescribed chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other medications by oral, intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous routes.
Document patient interventions in real time using available software, including medication administration, procedures, education, referrals, and patient communications.
Follow protocols for safe handling of biohazardous materials and hazardous drugs.
Assist physicians or advanced practitioners with examinations and procedures.
Under direct physician supervision, administer agents for conscious sedation and monitor sedated patients in accordance with PCI policy.
Respond to emergencies in PCI offices and to information requests from patients, care partners, and third parties.
Educate patients and care partners about the plan of care, including medications, procedures, and referrals.
Monitor prescription requests, consult with physicians and advanced practitioners regarding approval or denial, and communicate decisions to patients and pharmacies.
Provide psychosocial and emotional support and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members, family care partners, and support services.
Provide clinical information to Revenue Cycle Management for claims and authorizations when requested.
Participate in prescribed research training and carry out tasks associated with clinical trials.
Coordinate procedures, medication delivery, and other specified care with third-party outpatient service departments and organizations.
Communicate effectively with patients, care partners, healthcare team members, and third-party agents or organizations.
Serve as a resource to colleagues and precept new employees as directed by nursing leadership; serve as a relief team leader when directed.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment; manage time and delegate appropriately; and use resources responsibly with cost containment in mind.
Take responsibility for professional development, maintain confidentiality, demonstrate HIPAA proficiency, attend required classes and training, and perform related work as directed by management.