Oncology Registered Nurse
About The Position
The Oncology Nurse evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for the oncology patient. The RN provides a range of patient care, including IV lines, responsible for drawing blood via peripheral site, port-a-caths, and PICC's, administration of chemotherapy, mixing and preparing chemotherapy drugs under supervision and training of the pharmacist, blood components, O2 set ups, monitoring vital signs and supportive care. The RN needs to be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within their field. Relies on experience and judgment to accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks, administers quality control, and updates patient charts and charges. Notifies physician of change in patient conditions. RN will also perform the following duties as needed: phone nurse triage of patient symptoms, refill requests, rooming of patients to see oncology provider, and will be expected to stay until 5:00pm on 1 to 2 shifts per week. Schedule: Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays. Hours: 7:45 am - 4:15 pm At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, "people you know, helping people you love," we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion. We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families. Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Licensed and current registration as a professional nurse in the State of Illinois.
- Current CPR certification.
- Clinical experience preferred.
- Successful completion of a Basic Oncology Nursing and Cancer Chemotherapy Course within six months of hire.
- Good working knowledge of the nursing process and strong nursing practice skills including physical assessment skills.
- Great deal of walking, lifting, stooping, bending and pushing.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, plan, implement, and document nursing care for the oncology patient
- Provide patient care, including IV lines, drawing blood via peripheral site, port-a-caths, and PICC's
- Administer chemotherapy, mixing and preparing chemotherapy drugs under supervision and training of the pharmacist, blood components, O2 set ups, monitoring vital signs and supportive care
- Administer quality control
- Update patient charts and charges
- Notify physician of change in patient conditions
- Perform phone nurse triage of patient symptoms
- Process refill requests
- Room patients to see oncology provider
Benefits
- Insurance
- Vision coverage options
- Retirement Plans
- 457(b) plan with employer matching
- 401(a) plan for employer contributions
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vacation days: 12 to 15 days per year based on years of service
- Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 32.5 days
- Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work schedules
- Other Benefits
- Optional life insurance coverage available at the employee's expense
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Additional Perks
- Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
