Graduate Nurse Oncology Full-Time Days (Lakeland Highlands Hospital)

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Nurse Oncology administers patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting where acute-care patients receive active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post-intervention needs. The role provides bedside care under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse, and participates in Orlando Health’s Nurse Residency Program as appropriate. The nurse assesses patients, develops and revises individualized plans of care, evaluates progress toward outcomes, coordinates and prioritizes care, and documents assessments, education, medications, treatments, and patient-safety measures in accordance with required and regulatory standards. The role advocates for patients and families, communicates and collaborates with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams, delegates appropriately, and provides compassionate, age-appropriate care. The position also supports team development and organizational goals through mentoring, education, committee participation, performance improvement, and ongoing professional development. The nurse maintains compliance with organizational policies, competency requirements, and applicable standards.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Authorized by the Florida Board of Nursing to practice as a graduate nurse and has received a “Graduate Nurse” letter.
Authorized to take the NCLEX by the examination vendor.
Must obtain Florida Registered Nurse licensure or a Nurse Licensure Compact multistate RN license within three months of placement in the job.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Meet mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit or department.
ACLS, NRP, PALS, or TNCC certification is required for certain areas; NRP is required for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Responsibilities

Administer bedside patient care under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse.
Assess patients’ needs, develop or revise individualized plans of care, and evaluate progress toward expected outcomes.
Build respectful relationships with team members and customers, and advocate for patients and their families.
Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients on the assigned unit or department.
Coordinate patient care for a defined group and delegate tasks according to patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Communicate and collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary team members to plan and manage care and share relevant patient or unit information.
Document patient assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient-safety measures in accordance with required and regulatory standards.
Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and use of patient-care and unit equipment.
Prioritize patient care in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care and identify and resolve problems effectively.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families, while maintaining awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
Support the transition and development of new team members and students in collaboration with the education department and nursing leadership.
Contribute to colleagues’ knowledge and skills and continuously improve healthcare practice and organizational outcomes.
Participate in and potentially lead unit- or organization-level committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement.
Participate in peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance.
Use supplies efficiently and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Attend staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings.
Partner with nursing leadership to identify professional development needs and take responsibility for continuing education.
Participate in and attend the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to the role.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.