Infusion RN CBC Oncology Center Full Time Days

BHS • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN uses the nursing process to collect pertinent patient information needed to determine physical and psychological needs, address and identify health problems, performs selected treatments and chemotherapy, diagnostic procedures and routine duties. The RN functions as a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities commensurate with educational preparation, training and demonstrated competencies. Direct patient care is provided to adult and geriatric patients.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited program of professional nursing.
• Active KY Registered Nurse license
• BCLS required.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.
• Oncology experience is preferred.
• ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within six months of hire, maintain to remain current and updated every two years.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents patient status, including labs, diagnostic tests, and patient’s understanding of chemotherapy and other planned treatment.
• Provides care according to appropriate policy and procedure as well as oncology nursing guidelines
• Provides pertinent education to patient regarding care and symptom management
• Evaluates patient response to therapy
• Collaborates with members of healthcare team—physicians, social worker, pharmacist, etc.—in the provision of safe and effective patient care
• Demonstrates organizational and leadership skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree