Oncology Registered Nurse - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
Cancer Specialists of North Florida (CSNF), Jacksonville’s largest physician-owned private practice oncology group, is recruiting a full-time Oncology Registered Nurse for its Beaches Office in Neptune Beach, Florida. Under general supervision, the nurse provides care for patients with hematologic malignancies and oncologic diagnoses in medical and radiation oncology. The role includes administering treatments and medications, assessing and educating patients and families, monitoring clinical information, documenting care, and coordinating with physicians and other staff. The position requires providing coverage at other CSNF clinics as needed. CSNF states that there are no weekend or holiday hours and offers a sign-on bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
- At least three years of nursing experience.
- Florida State RN license.
- Basic life support (BLS) certificate.
- ONS (or equivalent) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course, or ONS Radiation certification, required within six months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- One year of oncology nursing experience preferred.
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow standard policies and procedures to carry out medical orders.
- Assess patients’ and families’ learning needs, physical and mental abilities, and readiness to learn; provide teaching and instructional materials.
- Identify relevant community resources and assist patients with referrals when necessary.
- Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, hydration, hematopoietic growth factors, and other medications under physician direction and supervision.
- Monitor, analyze, and communicate laboratory data, imaging, and other test results to identify changes in patient status.
- Communicate pertinent information and interventions to the physician.
- Assess patients’ biophysical, psychosocial, performance-status, self-care, educational, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including venipunctures, vascular-device care, and dressing changes.
- Conduct telephone triage, assess patient problems, and plan appropriate interventions.
- Complete tasks in the ONCO EMR system in a timely manner.
- Document nursing assessments, patient teaching, and fluid and medication administration in patient charts.
- Act as a resource for medical assistants and other staff.
- Follow safety and quality-control measures, including OSHA, infection-control, and sterilization criteria.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment and protect patient confidentiality.
- Provide nursing coverage at other CSNF clinics as needed.
- Mentor and precept less experienced staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus; the job title advertises a $2,000 bonus.
- No weekend or holiday hours.
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Job Type
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