Oncology Nurse Clinician Medical Oncology Casual

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Oakbrook, IL

About The Position

The Oncology Nurse Clinician PNE coordinates multidisciplinary care using the nursing process and works in a multidisciplinary environment. The role requires effective relationships with patients, physicians, and clinical and administrative teams. The clinician upholds Northwestern Medicine’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, and relevant regulatory and accreditation standards. The position assesses and coordinates care for new and ongoing patients, supports patient and family education, facilitates transitions of care, and promotes patient safety. It also contributes to effective teamwork, a positive work environment, and continuing professional development.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program.
Current Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois.
Current nursing experience within the past 5 years.
BLS Certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Oncology Certified Nurse.

Responsibilities

Assess and reassess patients and families for ongoing care needs, identify high-risk criteria, and make timely referrals to appropriate resources.
For new patients, collect and analyze data, identify and coordinate multidisciplinary care and appointments, triage information, and schedule patients appropriately.
Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and ancillary staff to coordinate new patients for multidisciplinary clinics.
Assist in creating a plan of care that reflects collaboration and communication.
Serve as a resource to non-clinical staff seeking information about prospective patients contacting the program.
Use critical thinking and explain the rationale for clinical decisions.
Provide patient care in a manner that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
Identify learning needs, abilities, preferences, readiness, support systems, coping mechanisms, and barriers to learning; make referrals as appropriate.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers about diagnoses, processes, therapies, and testing.
Assist with transitions of care and providers.
Communicate effectively and cooperate with team members while respecting other clinical disciplines.
Delegate appropriately to other care providers to meet patient needs in a timely manner.
Promote a positive work environment and contribute to the growth and learning of new employees and care team members.
Pursue ongoing education and formal or independent learning to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Seek feedback on one's practice through a formal process involving peers and professional colleagues.
Demonstrate creativity and flexibility amid changing circumstances.